V3-S8

L 4.5″ x W 5″ x H 13″

This wooden sculpture likely originates from West Africa and represents a traditional cultural figure. Its anthropomorphic stylization suggests it serves a ritual or spiritual purpose, possibly as a protective or ancestral symbol.

The artifact is crafted from a dark, dense wood and exhibits detailed carving techniques, including intricately incised striations and scarification motifs on the face. The combination of these techniques suggests a historical context within a community that values detailed artistic expression, likely dating back several decades.

This analysis was performed by AI and is not to be used as a definitive source of truth.