Cosmetic vessel, split into three sections [1966.16.58 .1 - .3]. Carved from horn, the base of the vessel is footed with high, straight sides and a flat rim. The exterior is decorated with incised patterns. [ASh [OPS move] 9/1/2017]

Collection type: Object
Description: Cosmetic vessel, split into three sections [1966.16.58 .1 - .3]. Carved from horn, the base of the vessel is footed with high, straight sides and a flat rim. The exterior is decorated with incised patterns. [ASh [OPS move] 9/1/2017]
Geographical reference: Nigeria
Africa > Western Africa > Nigeria
Cultural groups: Hausa
Person: Field collector E.R. Jerrim; Field collector Edward Reginald Jerrim; PRM source Mrs F.J. Bull
Date / Period: Date made: Before 1909
Date collected: 1909 - 1920
Acquisition information: Donated: 1966
Materials and processes: Material Animal Horn, Process Carved, Process Incised, Process Painted
Dimensions: Height: max 51 mm total, Diameter: max 27 mm total, Height: max 21 mm, Diameter: max 27 mm
Object numbers: Accession number: 1966.16.58.1

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