ARCHAIC STONE NOMOLI FIGURE
Sierra Leone, poss. Mende, carved light-brown stone, male figure seated on a stool, 6", wood base
Prov.: Sotheby's, New York, sale 7930, lot 47
The David Abbate (1949-2013) Collection
Nomoli figures were carved as early as the 15th c. by the Sherbro or Bulom. The bulging rounded form symbolizes fertility. Most figures are male and have been found buried in the earth.
Estimate: $500 - $800
Realized: $425 - Excluding Buyer's Premium
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Lot 505 : ARCHAIC STONE NOMOLI FIGURE
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