Figure

Fon people, Republic of Benin (formerly Kingdom of Dahomey), African

20th century

  • Titles Figure (Descriptive)
  • Medium wood, iron
  • Dimensions 16 3/4 x 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 in. (42.5 x 3.8 x 3.8 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of Herbert F. Weiss, 1990.282
  • Work Type figure
  • Classification Sculpture

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