Standing Female Figure (Buti)

• Artist: Teke (Culture)
• Medium: Wood
• Geographical Location: Democratic Republic of the Congo
• Dates: 19th or 20th century
• Dimensions: 11 1/4 x 2 1/2 x 3 1/4in. (28.6 x 6.4 x 8.3cm)
• Collection: Arts of Africa
• Museum Location: Brooklyn Museum, BMA, 5H7, 7C
• Accession Number: 22.111
• Image: 22.111_SL1.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, 0,

Catalogue Description:
Standing female figure with hands around middle of torso. Chignon-style coiffure. Vertical scarification on cheeks. Chin pointed. Open coffee-bean-shape eyes. Glossy dark brown hardwood. Condition is good.