Pot Stand c. 20th century

This 20th-century "Pot Stand," created by Tikar artists, is a striking example of traditional African ceramic art. The pot itself features intricate carvings of stylized human figures, their faces rendered with geometric precision. A raised figure, with a large, expressive face, adorns the top of the vessel, adding to its symbolic and decorative qualities. This piece is an important part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art's collection of African art.