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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
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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.