Arts of Africa, Oceania, and the AmericasWood-Sculpture19th–20th centuryFigure: Male is a wood-sculpture of Bari peoples origin created in 19th–20th century using wood, pigment measuring H. 17 x W. 3 1/2 x D. 2 3/8 in. (43.2 x 8.9 x 6.1 cm) — now part of the Arts of Africa, Oceania, and the Americas collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Wood, pigment |
| Dimensions | H. 17 x W. 3 1/2 x D. 2 3/8 in. (43.2 x 8.9 x 6.1 cm) |
| Classification | Wood-Sculpture |
| Department | Arts of Africa, Oceania, and the Americas |
| Credit Line | The Michael C. Rockefeller Memorial Collection, Bequest of Nelson A. Rockefeller, 1979 |
| Date | 19th–20th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Bari peoples culture. The estimated date range is 1800 – 2000.
Geography
Origin: Sudan. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Figure: Male?
Figure: Male is housed in the Arts of Africa, Oceania, and the Americas department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Figure: Male created?
Figure: Male dates to 19th–20th century.
What material is Figure: Male made from?
Figure: Male is crafted from wood, pigment.
Where does Figure: Male originate?
Figure: Male originates from Sudan (Bari peoples culture).
Is Figure: Male in the public domain?
Figure: Male is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026