Jar

Nupe people, Nigeria, African

20th century

  • Titles Jar (Descriptive)
  • Medium fired clay and slip
  • Dimensions 21 1/2 x 19 1/4 in. Diam. (54.6 x 48.9 cm)
  • Credit Line Anonymous gift, 1999.72
  • Work Type jar
  • Classification Containers

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