Returned to lender The Met accepts temporary loans of art both for short-term exhibitions and for long-term display in its galleries.
Staff Finial:Kneeling Female Figure With Turned Head
Not on view
The female figures represented as part of Kongo insignia of power give expression to the regenerative and sensual dimensions of a leader’s influence.
This image cannot be enlarged, viewed at full screen, or downloaded.
This artwork is meant to be viewed from right to left. Scroll left to view more.