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Male Figure (pomdo or nomoli)
Male Figure (pomdo or nomoli)
Male Figure (pomdo or nomoli)

Male Figure (pomdo or nomoli)

Artist
Datebefore 1550
Associated withAfrica
MediumSoapstone (also known as steatite)
Dimensions6 1/4 x 2 1/4 x 2 3/4 in. (15.9 x 5.7 x 7.0 cm)
ClassificationsSculpture
Credit LineGift of Edward H. Merrin
Object numberG.71.45.2
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Collections
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