DepartmentLatin America
Curing Doll
NameSculpture
CultureKuna; Cuna
DateMid-20th century
Place madeSan Blas Islands/ Guna Yala, Panama, Central America
MediumWood, paint
DimensionsOverall: 8 1/2 x 2 x 1 7/8 in. (21.59 x 5.08 x 4.7625 cm)
Credit LineIFAF Collection
Object numberFA.2008.74.122
DescriptionWooden male human standing figure without base. Carved hair, hat, eyes, long nose, chin, tunic, pants, and feet. Brown hat with "W" designed in black pigment on rim. Black eyes and bottom row of eyelashes. Black chin hair. Dark blue hat and tunic. Red pants and shoes. Carved hands resting on stomach. Black necklace wit painted pendant also in black.
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