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Colonial male figure (Colon Figure)

Made By Yoruba Cultural Group (Nigeria)
Dateearly/mid 20th century
Mediumwood with pigment
Dimensions37 1/2 × 10 1/4 in. (95.3 × 26 cm)
Classification(s)
  • WCMA Reserve Collection
Credit LineGift of Drs. Carolyn and Eli Newberger
Object numberRC.83.142
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