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Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista
Antelope Shrine Figure
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Antelope Shrine Figure

Maker Edo Artist , northern Edo, Uhen
DateEarly 20th Century
Made/manufacturedAfrica
MediumWood, patina
Dimensions15 x 3 5/8 x 6 in. (38.1 x 9.2 x 15.2 cm)
ClassificationsSculpture
Credit LineGift of Rod McGalliard
Object number1990.14.115
On View
Not on view
Collections
DescriptionAntelope with tall ears, slightly curving horns, carved linear design, and encrustation.
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