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Tusk

Tusk
 (late 19th century-early 20th century)

Medium
ivory
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Purchased, 1954
Gallery location
Not on display

Artwork Details

Medium
ivory
Measurements
73.7 × 5.5 × 7.0 cm irreg.
Place/s of Execution
lower Congo region, West Central Africa
Accession Number
1472-D4
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Purchased, 1954
This digital record has been made available on NGV Collection Online through the generous support of The Vizard Foundation
Gallery location
Not on display
Physical description
Ivory tusk finely carved with ascending spiral of figures (European and African) engaging in various activities. The tip has been carved into a head.

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