DepartmentLatin America
Curing doll
NameSculpture
CultureKuna; Cuna
DateMid-20th century
Place madeSan Blas Islands/ Guna Yala, Panama, Central America
MediumWood, thread, beads, plastic
DimensionsOverall: 11 1/2 x 6 x 2 1/8 in. (29.21 x 15.24 x 5.3975 cm)
Credit LineIFAF Collection
Object numberFA.2008.74.152
DescriptionHuman male figure standing (?) holding a club=like object. The club is attached with clear plastic-like thread. Red thread around head. Red beaded necklace (one strand looped to look like three strands.
Mid-20th century
Mid-20th century
Mid-20th century
1960s
20th century
Mid-20th century
Mid 20th Century AD
ca. 1920
Artist not recorded