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Beaded Sheath for an Òrìsà Okó Staff
Beaded Sheath for an Òrìsà Okó Staff

Beaded Sheath for an Òrìsà Okó Staff

Dateprobably early 20th century
Associated withAfrica
MediumCloth and glass beads
Dimensions68 x 10 1/2 x 2 in. (172.7 x 26.7 x 5.1 cm)
ClassificationsTextiles
Credit LinePurchased with funds from the State of North Carolina, by exchange
Object number2000.5.2
On View
On view
ProvenanceJean Noel, Lyons, 1954-1989; Pierre Dartevelle, Brussels, 1989-1995; Michael Oliver, NY, 1995-2000; purchased by NCMA 2000.
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