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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