This extraordinary figure is a masterpiece of
composition graced with the rich quality of
preserved polychrome painting. A gentle facial
expression, as soft and evocative as a memory of
a friend, is brilliantly integrated with a wealth of
ethnographic details. Extensive cross-hatching
body paint adorns his stylized arms and legs.
The artist has paid special attention to reveal the
curving shape of the limbs with the cross-
hatching polychrome paint. He sits gallantly
before use with his coiffure drawn back from his
forehead with ear spools and a tanga (pubic
cover). His wide, staring eyes are full of wonder
and awareness of the rituals, which took place
before him over a thousand years ago. We share
wonder and awareness, as well, towards this
beautiful work of art, which has graced our
modem presence with the ancient artistic
achievements of the past.
- (PF.3206)
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