DepartmentLatin America

Curing doll

NameSculpture

CultureKuna; Cuna

DateMid-20th century

Place madeSan Blas Islands/ Guna Yala, Panama, Central America

MediumWood, paint

DimensionsOverall: 11 1/4 x 3 x 2 3/8 in. (28.575 x 7.62 x 6.0325 cm)

Credit LineIFAF Collection

Object numberFA.2008.74.146

DescriptionHuman male (appears to be male) standing figure on a base wearing a turquoise green long shirt with red sleeves, red hat, and scarf (could also be red hair), black pants. Figure is carrying a "rope-like' or 'snake-like' objects on left arm and a club-like or 'knife-like' object on the right hand. Figure is currently mounted on a black base with a metal rod and cushion.