Figure Item Number: 3573/1 from the MOA: University of British Columbia

Description

Small wooden sculpture of a standing female with arms down at side. Carved and painted. Depicted in a small top and shorts; hair pulled back in braids. Wood is polished.

Narrative

Purchased by the donor in San Francisco, c. 1987. The label from the Xanadu gallery said “Togo doll used in voodoo ritual”.

Item History

  • Made in Togo
  • Collected during 1987
  • Owned by Max Diaz before May 26, 2022
  • Received from Max Diaz (Donor) on May 26, 2022

What

Name
Figure
Identification Number
3573/1
Type of Item
figure
Material
wood and paint
Overall
height 20.5 cm, width 6.6 cm, depth 4.5 cm

Who

Culture
Ewe ?
Previous Owner
Max Diaz
Received from
Max Diaz (Donor)

Where

Holding Institution
MOA: University of British Columbia
Made in
Togo

When

Collection Date
during 1987
Ownership Date
before May 26, 2022
Acquisition Date
on May 26, 2022

Other

Item Classes
carvings & sculpture
Condition
fair
Accession Number
3573/0001