Ciwara (Male Antelope Headdress)

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Ciwara (Male Antelope Headdress)
Ciwara (Male Antelope Headdress)
Ciwara (Male Antelope Headdress)

Ciwara (Male Antelope Headdress)

Maker
Date20th century
Possible placeBeledougou, Mali, Africa
Possible placeBamako, Bamako, Mali, Africa
MediumWood, black paint, leather
Dimensionsoverall: 9 1/4 in. x 29 1/8 in. x 3-1/4 in. (23.5 cm x 74 cm x 8.3 cm)
ClassificationSCULPTURE
Credit LineMuseum purchase
Object number1990.31
Status
On view
RightsCopyright is retained in accordance with U.S. Copyright laws
Photo creditDavis Museum at Wellesley College, Wellesley, MA
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