Carved Government Official

This unusual wooden carving depicts a British Government Official. It was made in Kenema. 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: Carved Government Official
• Materials: Wood
• Culture Group: Mende
• Dimensions: 185mm x 540mm
• Production Date: Pre 1913
• Associated Places: Sierra Leone: Kenema District (Collected and created)
• Associated People: C.D. Hotobah During (Collector); A. Ridyard (Donor)
• Museum: World Museum Liverpool Sierra Leone Collection
• Accession Number: LIVCM.22.12.13.10

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