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Decorative column in the shape of a drum decorated with animals and human figures, supported by three standing figures

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Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

Collection consists chiefly of photographic prints and slides documenting early 20th century Nigeria.

Dates

  • 1930 - 1972

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

To inquire about access to this collection, please contact the Herskovits Library at africana@northwestern.edu.

Extent

From the Collection: 96 Boxes

From the Collection: 4 trunks

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Related Materials

B2:26 shows the sculpture, with a child to provide scale

General

Location: Nigeria

Item categories: Sculptures; Woodwork

Library Details

Part of the Melville J. Herskovits Library of African Studies Repository

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