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Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista
Chief's Horn
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Chief's Horn

Maker Liberian Artist
Date1830
MediumIvory
Dimensions10 1/4 x 1 3/4 in. (26 x 4.4 cm)
ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment
Credit LineGift of Dr. Richard Howard
Object number2009.35
Collections
DescriptionIvory horn with brown patina, opening for mouthpiece in side with raised edge, cross-hatch design below mouthpiece; broken piece approximately 1.5 inches across on rim.
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