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Curing Doll
Curing Doll
Curing Doll
Museum of International Folk Art
DepartmentLatin America

Curing Doll

NameSculpture
CultureKuna; Cuna
DateMid-20th century
Place madeSan Blas Islands/ Guna Yala, Panama, Central America
MediumWood, paint
DimensionsOverall: 10 1/4 x 2 1/4 x 2 in. (26.035 x 5.715 x 5.08 cm)
Credit LineIFAF Collection
Object numberFA.2008.74.155
DescriptionWooden standing human figure with carved beak-like nose, chin, skirt, legs, arms, chin, and hat without base. Red pigment on face. Holes carved as eyes.
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