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Item number 1259/7 from the MOA: University of British Columbia.
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Description
Metal sculpture of a standing wildcat-like animal, with areas of red pigment on the surface. A Long, thin tail is angled straight over the animal's back, resting on its head and supported in the middle by a small vertical piece arising from the centre of the back. The head has two protruding ears, a long nose, eyes and jagged fangs. Circular imprints cover the surface of the object.
Specific Techniques
XRF analysis suggests the piece is made of brass, with a high bismuth content typical of the 19th century.
Item History
- Made in Nigeria ? between 1800 and 1900
- Owned by Walter C. Koerner before January 7, 1988
- Received from Walter C. Koerner (Donor) on January 7, 1988
What
- Name
- Figure
- Identification Number
- 1259/7
- Type of Item
- figure
- Material
- brass metal and pigment
- Overall
- height 13.7 cm, width 20.0 cm, depth 6.0 cm
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- Nigeria ?
Who
- Culture
- West African
- Previous Owner
- Walter C. Koerner
- Received from
- Walter C. Koerner (Donor)
When
- Creation Date
- between 1800 and 1900
- Ownership Date
- before January 7, 1988
- Acquisition Date
- on January 7, 1988
Other
- Item Classes
- metalwork; carvings & sculpture
- Condition
- fair
- Accession Number
- 1259/0007
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