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Date:
19th–20th century
Geography:
Nigeria, Benue River Valley region
Culture:
Okpoto peoples, Igala group
Medium:
Wood, metal strips, resin, pigment
Dimensions:
H. 11 1/2 x W. 8 7/8 in. (29.2 x 22.6 cm)
Classification:
Wood-Sculpture
Credit Line:
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Gerofsky, 1979
Accession Number:
1979.533

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  • Provenance

    Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Gerofsky, New York, until 1979

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