Carinated torque with each end terminating in a disk with a central conical point projecting toward the opposite end; green patination.

Currency torque

Maker Nigerian Artist

Date19th -20th century

Place of originNigeria

Mediumcuprous alloy

Dimensions10 1/2 in. (26.7 cm)

ClassificationsSculpture

Credit LineGift of Drs. John and Nicole Dintenfass

Object number2016.86.12

Collections

AFRICAN

Visual DescriptionCarinated torque with each end terminating in a disk with a central conical point projecting toward the opposite end; green patination.

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