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Colonial Policeman (colon figure)

Made By Yoruba Cultural Group (Nigeria)
Made By Nigeria or Benin
Datelate 19th/early 20th century
Mediumwood, metal, paint, and some type of wood stain
Dimensions24 × 8 1/2 in. (61 × 21.6 cm)
Classification(s)
  • AFRICAN
Credit LineGift of Drs. Carolyn and Eli Newberger
Terms
  • policeman
Object numberM.2017.17.40
On View
Not on view
Exhibitions
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Mounted Policeman Headdress (colon figure)
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