Animal Figure

A wooden carving of an animal on its hind legs, probably a leopard, or a monkey. It is decorated with spots, burnt onto its surface. The carving was collected by C.D. Hotobah During, a well-known Krio Barrister who spent many years based in Freetown.

Further Information

  • Type: Figures, sculpture
  • Object: Animal Figure
  • Materials: Wood
  • Culture Group: Other
  • Dimensions: 320mm x 60mm
  • Production Date: Pre 1908
  • Associated Places: Sierra Leone (Collected and created)
  • Associated People: C.D. Hotobah During (Collector); A. Ridyard (Donor)
  • Museum: World Museum Liverpool Sierra Leone Collection
  • Accession Number: LIVCM.14.2.08.11

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