DepartmentLatin America

Curing Doll

NameSculpture

CultureKuna; Cuna

DateMid-20th century

Place madeSan Blas Islands/ Guna Yala, Panama, Central America

MediumWood, paint

DimensionsOverall: 8 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 2 in. (21.59 x 3.81 x 5.08 cm)

Credit LineIFAF Collection

Object numberFA.2008.74.136

DescriptionWooden standing human figure with carved hat, long nose, and legs without base. Detailed carving on front of shirt and ti indicate knees and feet. Red pigment remnants on front of shirt, nose, and cheeks (in the shapes of circles)

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