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Maker Nigerian

Maker Yoruba

Maker Efon-Alaye

Object number2005.81

Credit LineGift of Simon Ottenberg, in honor of the 75th Anniversary of the Seattle Art Museum

Dimensions59 x 7 x 7in. (149.9 x 17.8 x 17.8cm)

MediumWood

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