Dogon. <em>Kneeling Male Figure</em>, 19th century or earlier. Copper alloy, 2 1/2 x 5/8 x 1 1/8 in. (6.4 x 1.6 x 2.9 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Bequest of Samuel Eilenberg , 2001.29.1. Creative Commons-BY (Photo: Brooklyn Museum, 2001.29.1_side_PS10.jpg)

Kneeling Male Figure

Artist:Dogon

Medium: Copper alloy

Geograhical Locations:

Dates:19th century or earlier

Dimensions: 2 1/2 x 5/8 x 1 1/8 in. (6.4 x 1.6 x 2.9 cm)

Collections:

Accession Number: 2001.29.1

Image: 2001.29.1_side_PS10.jpg,

Catalogue Description:
Kneeling male figure with beard; hands resting on knees; cap on head. On back is loop from which this object can be suspended and worn as a pendant. Surface wear significant; probably polished recently. No signs of old patina.

Brooklyn Museum