The figurine represents an African figure, possibly from West or Central Africa, given the stylistic features such as the scarification patterns on the face and the hairstyle. Such figures were often carved from hardwood and served various purposes, ranging from ritual objects and ancestral images to decorative pieces. The item is a small, hand-carved figure, likely made of ebony or another tropical hardwood. The finish on the skin is smoothly polished, while details such as the hair and the loincloth or skirt feature fine carving patterns. The carving patterns on the face are meticulously executed. The payina on the wood indicates age and handling characteristic of older wooden objects. Height: 12 cm
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