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Ritual Object

Date:
16th–20th century
Geography:
Nigeria, Court of Benin
Culture:
Edo peoples
Medium:
Brass
Dimensions:
Length 10-1/2 in.
Classification:
Metal-Sculpture
Credit Line:
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Klaus G. Perls, 1991
Accession Number:
1991.17.153

This artwork is not on display

  • Provenance

    [Merton D. Simpson, New York, acquired by 1981]; Mr. and Mrs. Klaus G. Perls, New York, until 1991

50009288

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