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Figure: Court Attendant with Ceremonial Sword

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Figure: Court Attendant with Ceremonial Sword

Date:
18th–19th century
Geography:
Nigeria, Court of Benin
Culture:
Edo peoples
Medium:
Brass
Dimensions:
H. 12 1/2 x W. 4 7/8 x D. 4 3/4 in. (31.8 x 12.4 x 12.1 cm)
Classification:
Metal-Sculpture
Credit Line:
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Klaus G. Perls, 1991
Accession Number:
1991.17.34

This artwork is currently on display in Gallery 352

  • Provenance

    [Julius Carlebach Gallery, New York]; a European private collector; (Sotheby's, London, July 3, 1989, no. 100); Mr. and Mrs. Klaus G. Perls, New York, 1989–1991

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