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Figure on a mound base holding a long flute to the mouth. Figure has a with tall coiffure and brass ring on arm. Patina.
Esu Figure
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi

Esu Figure

Maker Yoruba Artist
Dateundated
Place of originNigeria, Africa
MediumWood, metal and pigment
Dimensions17 5/8 x 5 1/2 x 6 1/8 in. (44.8 x 14 x 15.6 cm)
ClassificationsSculpture
Credit LineGift of Rod McGalliard
Object number1995.28.6
Collections
Visual DescriptionFigure on a mound base holding a long flute to the mouth. Figure has a with tall coiffure and brass ring on arm. Patina.
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