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Reliquary figure (ngula ngula) with repousse patterns on neck and rim; one flang
Reliquary figure (ngula ngula) with repousse patterns on neck and rim; one flang
Object Number 975-12-50/11833
Display Title Reliquary figure (ngula ngula) with repousse patterns on neck and rim; one flang
Descriptions
Indigenous Term Ngula ngula
Object Description Reliquary figure (ngula ngula) with repousse patterns on neck and rim; one flange broken. Wood with sheet copper surface. 19 1/2" h
Inventory Description Figurine, carved wood, metal overlay, human face, punctate decoration, attached
Classification
  • Figurine
Department Ethnographic
Date 19th century
Culture
  • Bakota
  • Kota
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / Gabon
Materials Wood, Metal
Dimensions Overall: 49.3 x 32.3 x 5.5 cm (19 7/16 x 12 11/16 x 2 3/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 975-12-50/11833; 29-12-206
Provenance
Collector Donald Deskey
Donor Donald Deskey (02/1975)

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