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Memorial Head
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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Memorial Head

Artist/Maker Benin Kingdom Nigeria
Dateprobably 17th century
CultureBenin
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
    On View
    On view
    Collections
    • Art of Africa
    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.
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