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Reliquary Guardian Figure
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Reliquary Guardian Figure

Creator Mahongwe peoples
Date19th century (?)
Mediumwood, copper alloy, applied coating
DimensionsOverall: 55.9 x 22.5 x 9.5 cm (22 x 8 7/8 x 3 3/4 in.)
Credit LineGift from the Frum Collection, 1999
Category
  • Sculptures
Object number99/479
Place CreatedGabon, Africa
LocationNot currently on display

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