Wooden agba (ceremonial stool) for an oba (king) with metal tacks, Edo people, Kingdom of Benin – Nigeria, 19th c. AD, 36.8 x 63.5 x 34.3 cm

Miscellaneous objects – Miscellaneous items

Material: Wood/Vegetal | Type: Furniture | Countries: Nigeria Benin

  • Period

    9th – 19th c. AD

  • Red List

    Red List – West Africa

Category

Miscellaneous objects – Miscellaneous items
Terracotta, wood, metal. Copper bells, may be decorated with motifs. Pillars, doors and other pieces of traditional furniture. Carved or moulded pipes and other terracotta objects
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