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Eshu Dance Wand

Not on view
Carved wood figure sculpture, nearly black with ochre wear patches, depicting a seated figure with elaborate headdress, large protruding eyes, and a downward-tapering base

Unknown, Eshu Dance Wand, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Gift of Drs. James and Gladys Strain, photo © Museum Associates/LACMA

Artist or Maker
Unknown
Title
Eshu Dance Wand
Culture
Yoruba peoples
Place Made
Africa, Nigeria
Medium
Wood and leather
Dimensions
Length: 10 in. (25.40 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Drs. James and Gladys Strain
Accession Number
AC1993.219.2
Classification
Tools and Equipment
Collecting Area
African Art