This is a Vintage African Samburu Standing Figure of Two Female Mud
Dolls Wrapped in Fabric from Kenya. These 2 women figures are crudely,
but uniquely made with unbaked grey clay, a small ovoid head with red
coloring, modeled nose, deeply punched holes for eyes, nostrils and
mouth; with pierced ears and coiled wire earrings. The necklace rests on
large, applied clay circular collar with cape-like extension over
shoulders, with all with red coloring and very small glass bead embedded
in center of collar and wrapped in fabric. It is
played with by girls in other groups, such as the Masai, as well.
"Ngide," the name of several types of doll, means child, which
indicates the doll's significance as a wish for fertility. This female
clay doll is so unique and would be wonder to display in your home or
add to your collection.
Late 20th-Century
Shows some age, but overall in good condition.
5 1/4'' tall
3" wide
1" deep
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