Tusk for memorial altar to Oba Osemwende
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Tusk for memorial altar to Oba Osemwende
Maker
Unidentified Artist(s) of the Igbesanmwan Carvers Guild
(founded in the 12th century)
Dateca. 1851-88
GeographyBenin City, Edo, Nigeria, Africa
MediumIvory
Dimensionsoverall: 36 in. x 53 in. (91.4 cm x 134.6 cm)
ClassificationSCULPTURE
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Gustave Schindler
Object number1955.14
Status
Not on viewRightsCopyright is retained in accordance with U.S. Copyright laws
Photo creditDavis Museum at Wellesley College, Wellesley, MA
Mangbetu
Edo, Royal Court of BeninIgun Eronmwon Brass Casters Guild
mid- to late-19th century
Indonesian