sierra-leone-nomoli-soapstone-sculpture
Lot 570
Sierra Leone Nomoli Soapstone Sculpture
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This fantastic creature has a rabbit's head over a human body and squats while exposing its tongue, the top of the head is drilled through to the mouth so as to form a channel for libations.

6.75 in.

The Collection of Mr. Elmore, Durham, NC. Purchased while living overseas in the 1970s-1980s.

A similar statuette was offered by Sotheby's/Paris on December 5, 2006 (Lot 24).

A few old chips along the base, else intact with age consistent patina.

$1,000 - 2,000