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The term ‘min’ or ‘minsereh’ figure has broadly been used to refer to any carved female wooden figures. Min figures are traditionally used as part of the Yasi (Bullom) or Njayei (Mende) society for curing sickness, though they have also been associated with the Sande society. They contain spiritual power which is given to the figure by members of the society rather than the carver.
Title
Min/Minsereh Figure
Medium
wood
Measurements
H 44 x W 6 x D 6.8 cm
Accession number
8.3.50/93
Acquisition method
gifted to the Horniman Museum
Work type
Sculpture
Horniman Museum and Gardens
100 London Road, Forest Hill, Greater London SE23 3PQ England
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