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Written by: Murat AydınResearcher · Old Master Paintings
African, Oceanic & Americas Art · Catalogue no. 57490
Anonymous, or Iboko-style makerCeremonial Sword (ngulu)
StatusReference work · Not for sale
Held byCleveland Museum of Art
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| Artist / Maker | Anonymous, or Iboko-style maker |
|---|---|
| Date | 1800s–1900s |
| Culture / Origin | Africa, Central Africa, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ngombe-style, Doko-style, or Iboko-style maker |
| Medium | Iron alloy, wood, copper alloy, and pigment |
| Dimensions | Overall: 54.6 cm (21 1/2 in.) |
| Department | African Art |
| Type | Arms and Armor |
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