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Figure with Raised Arms, Zaire, 19th century

Figure with Raised Arms, Zaire, 19th century

African Art
1,400 Works, 100 Digitized

The de Young's collection features work from many areas of sub-Saharan Africa, and showcases some of the oldest and most diverse traditions in art. This collection is growing rapidly, and the addition of stellar pieces like a terracotta Yoruba lidded pot from Nigeria, a power figure from Zaire and a Makonde helmet mask from Mozambique are enhancing the de Young's reputation in this area.

Highlights from the Collection
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African Art
Mozambique, Helmet Mask, 20th century
African Art
Zaire, Bow stand, early 20th century
African Art
Gabon, Reliquary figure, 20th century
African Art
Nigeria, Ritual pot and lid, 20th century
African Art
Nigeria, Plaque, 1600
African Art
Zaire, Oath Taking Image, 19th century
African Art
Angola, Caryatid Tobacco container, 19th century
African Art
Zaire, Pwoom itok mask, 20th century
African Art
Liberia, Poro society mask, 19th century


Contact Information

Curator Kathleen Berrin
kberrin@famsf.org

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