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Hip Ornament: Face

Date:
16th–19th century
Geography:
Nigeria, Court of Benin
Culture:
Edo peoples
Medium:
Brass, iron
Dimensions:
Height 6-1/2 in.
Classification:
Metal-Sculpture
Credit Line:
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Klaus G. Perls, 1991
Accession Number:
1991.17.44

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  • Provenance

    Armand and Corice Arman, New York, until 1972; (Hôtel Drouot, December 18, 1972, no. 50); Mr. and Mrs. Klaus G. Perls, New York, until 1991

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