Figure

MOA: University of British Columbia

3362/5

Small carved figure riding a bicycle. Figure wears a colonial style outfit - jacket with badges, belted shorts with a low flat hat marked with a diamond on the side. Figure carries a canteen on their left hip, and two small envelope-style bags - one on their waist and one hanging down from their head. The bike has a robust frame, two closely spaced tires, and a high small handlebar. Figure has painted eyes. Rounded base has been broken.


  • Type of Item figure
  • Culture Kamba
  • Material wood, stain
  • Measurements height 28.0 cm, width 11.5 cm, depth 6.5 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner Alexander Lamb Antiques
  • Received from Alexander Lamb Antiques, Museum of Anthropology Acquisitions Budget

  • Made in Kenya

  • Creation Date during 1920
  • Ownership Date before May 11, 2019
  • Acquisition Date on May 11, 2019

  • Item Classes carvings & sculpture
  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 3362/0005