Memorial Head
Artist/Maker
Benin Kingdom
(Nigeria)
Dateprobably 17th century
Mediumpottery
DimensionsOverall: 4 3/8 x 3 3/8 x 3 1/2 in. (11.1 x 8.6 x 8.9 cm)
ClassificationsVisual Works
Credit LineMuseum purchase
Terms
Object number91.0015
DescriptionMemorial heads in terracotta are linked by oral tradition to the Ogiso dynasty of Benin, prior to the 14th century and continue to be associated with the brass casters’ guild.On View
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