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Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
Kola Nut Container
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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Kola Nut Container

Artist/Maker
Datenot dated
Mediumwood and brass
DimensionsOverall: 10 1/4 x 15 x 5 in. (26 x 38.1 x 12.7 cm)
ClassificationsContainers
Credit LineGift of Alan Potamkin
Terms
    Object number2012.2.11
    On View
    Not on view
    Collections
    DescriptionThe rooster, as a domestic animal, signifies humility and service, an appropriate form for a container for offerings whether to guests or to gods.
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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    Nigeria, Yoruba people
    collected between 1960-1973
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    Nigeria, Yoruba people
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    collected between 1960-1973
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