Unidentified
Horse and Rider Finial
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Category
Culture
Yoruba Peoples
Place Made
Nigeria
Materials
Wood, beads, string
Measurements
15 3/4 x 4 1/2 x 6 1/4 in (40.005 x 11.43 x 15.875 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Drs. Nicole and John Dintenfass
Accession #
2006.96.11
Description
Finial with platform base surmounted by a horse and rider. Surface is covered overall in intricate beadwork with long strands of beads hanging from platform base. Rider wears head and holds large staff-like form.