Object Details
Maker
Yoruba artist
Description
Wood squatting monkey/baboon on round plinth with proper left paw to jaws. Overall greenish paint.
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Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Sean Kelly
Object number
75-28-1
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
Figure
Medium
Wood
Dimensions
H x W x D: 30.2 x 14 x 15.9 cm (11 7/8 x 5 1/2 x 6 1/4 in.)
Geography
Nigeria
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Data Source
National Museum of African Art
Topic
primate
male
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmafa_75-28-1