Head of Eshu

Yoruba people, Western Nigeria, African

20th century

  • Titles Head of Eshu (Title)
  • Medium ivory
  • Dimensions 2 1/2 x 3/4 x 1 in. (6.4 x 1.9 x 2.5 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of Drs. Noble and Jean Endicott, 1989.194
  • Work Type head
  • Classification Sculpture

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