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African Walking Stick

Collection: African Art Collection
Description: The brown and black walking stick has a handle resembling a ducks head, a metal ring around the neck, elaborate geometrical designs along the shaft, and a rubber tip on the bottom. The walking stick is in good condition.
General Note: GEOGRAPHY / CULTURE GROUP: African. The African walking stick is a sign of wealth and statue. It is very common among tribal leaders and politicians. The walking stick was once used to defend its owner from small animals but in modern times they have become a sign of prestige.
Artists/Makers: Unknown African Read Biography

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GEOGRAPHY / CULTURE GROUP: African. The African walking stick is a sign of wealth and statue. It is very common among tribal leaders and politicians. The walking stick was once used to defend its owner from small animals but in modern times they have become a sign of prestige.
Student Work: No
Culture: Unknown
Geography: Africa
Medium: Sese wood, pigment, and acrylic finish
Classification: Other
Accession Number: 2022.01.082
Accession Date: May 2022
Donated By: Reginald and Celeste Hodges
Donation Date: May 2022