Early African Stone Goddess or Fetish Nomoli Figure
A fascinating carved stone figure of unknown origin. Possibly a Nomoli or Sapi figure from Sierra Leone; a similar example is in the collection of the British Museum, accession number BM:Af.1948.39.4.Resembling fetishes and carved deities from Africa, the Pacific Islands, Neolithic, and pre-Columbian cultures. Taino Zemi figure iconography also bears similarities. Dimensions: Height: 7 in.
SKU: 02932
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A fascinating carved stone figure of unknown origin. Possibly a Nomoli or Sapi figure from Sierra Leone; a similar example is in the collection of the British Museum, accession number BM:Af.1948.39.4.Resembling fetishes and carved deities from Africa, the Pacific Islands, Neolithic, and pre-Columbian cultures. Taino Zemi figure iconography also bears similarities. Dimensions: Height: 7 in.
SKU: 02932
Condition Report: Please contact us for a detailed condition report. Please note that the lack of a condition statement does not imply perfect condition. Email condition@revereauctions.com with any condition questions.