wood, matt blackish brown patina, encrusted in some areas, crowned by sitting female figure, abundantly carved with scarification marks and ornaments (necklace with pendant on the back), metal tip, slightly dam. (coiffure, breasts, feet), abrasion of paint, base;
the sculpted figure always represents a "pitya" - a young unmarried woman at the peak of her physical beauty. "Te-fali-pitya" means "hoe-work-girl".
From dawn to dusk throughout the cultivating season, teams of young men swing their iron hoes to the rhythms of drums and xylophones, as proud staff bearers follow behind the competing champions of each team.
H: 113 cm, H: 44,5 inch
Continent: Africa

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