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Power figure

standing unisex figure, head adorned with tall, rounded headdress; face is simple with flat, white porcelain eyes, a small carved nose, and a mouth somewhat obscured by round, fabric pouch under chin, which ties at back of neck; figure's abdomen is covered by protruding cylinder with mirrored-front; figure's legs and feet are carved directly into a circular base; overall color of piece is the brown of clay in which it is encrusted; however, there is some red in the fabric piece tied at neck

Date
early 20th century
In our collection
since September the 23rd, 2016 up to now
Dimensions
8 1/4 × 2 1/2 × 2 5/8 in. (20.96 × 6.35 × 6.67 cm) (with base)
Location
G236
Medium
Wood, porcelain, clay, plant fibers, mirror, fabric
Price
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Composition
cadmium31%
iron51%
copper0%
zinc13%
oxygen2%
atium3%