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Ancient African Kissi Carved Stone Head, ex-Arnovick

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Ancient African Kissi Carved Stone Head, ex-Arnovick

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Africa, Sierra Leone, Kissi /Sapi / Mende peoples, ca. 14th to 17th century CE. A carved stone anthropomorphic figural piece with an elongated head detailed with characteristic rectangular mouth, globular eyes, and a ridged coiffure. The Kissi call such stone anthropomorphic carvings Pombo (Pomtam - plural), a word that literally translates to "deceased," while the Mende call them Nomoli. These sculptures are regarded as intermediaries between the living and their ancestors. Such carved works have been found on the lands of the Kissi, Mende, and Sapi kingdoms, and continue to be placed upon commemorative shrines or altars as it is common practice to engage in ritual recycling. A fine example. Custom stand. Size: head itself measures 5.75" L x 4" W x 6.5" H (14.6 cm x 10.2 cm x 16.5 cm); 7.75" H (19.7 cm) on stand

Provenance: Ex. Peter Arnovick Collection, Los Altos, CA

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Some fill where attached to mount. Expected erosion and wear to surface.

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Ancient African Kissi Carved Stone Head, ex-Arnovick

Name: Ancient African Kissi Carved Stone Head, ex-Arnovick
SKU: 44063479
Price: 100 USD
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