Tusk for memorial altar to Oba Osemwende

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Tusk for memorial altar to Oba Osemwende
Tusk for memorial altar to Oba Osemwende
Tusk for memorial altar to Oba Osemwende

Tusk for memorial altar to Oba Osemwende

Maker (founded in the 12th century)
Maker
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 view
RightsCopyright is retained in accordance with U.S. Copyright laws
Photo creditDavis Museum at Wellesley College, Wellesley, MA
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