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Figure: Male Head

Date:
15th–19th century
Geography:
Nigeria, Court of Benin
Culture:
Edo peoples
Medium:
Brass, iron
Dimensions:
Height 9-1/2 in.
Classification:
Metal-Sculpture
Credit Line:
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Klaus G. Perls, 1991
Accession Number:
1991.17.9

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  • Provenance

    Rosemary and George Lois, Chicago; (Christie's, South Kensington, London, July 3, 1990, no. 53); [Patricia Ann Withofs, London and Sydney, until 1990]; Mr. and Mrs. Klaus G. Perls, 1990–1991

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