Walking Staff

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William Rogers, a preacher and self-taught artist from Darien, carved this wooden walking staff around 1935. Rogers is known for his walking sticks and animal carvings, which are reminiscent of African art.

Courtesy of Columbus Museum. Museum purchase made possible by the Endowment Fund in honor of D. A. Turner. 87.15.165

Walking Staff

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