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Scepter19th-20th century

On view:
Geffen Galleries, The Power of Objects in West and Central Africa
Carved ivory or bone sculpture, vertical and tapering to a point, with a stacked human figure and smaller crouching figure in high relief, decorated with incised geometric patterns
Carved ivory or bone staff or pipe, elongated and tapered to a point, with two human figures in relief stacked vertically, decorated with geometric bands and beaded collar details, warm honey-brown patina.
Maker
Unknown
Title
Scepter
Culture
Yombe artist
Place Made
Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Date Made
19th-20th century
Medium
Ivory
Dimensions
Height: 11 1/2 in. (29 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Lee and Bob Bronson
Accession Number
AC1994.203.2
Classification
Jewelry and Adornments
Collecting Area
African Art