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Mossi

Lidded Vessel with Birds

Mossi, 1933-1966

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Lidded Vessel with Birds

Mossi

Lidded Vessel with Birds

Mossi

Lidded Vessel with Birds

Mossi, 1933-1966

Physical Qualities Clay, 6 7/8 × 7 1/16 in. (17.5 × 18 cm.)
Credit Line Gift of Robert S. Zigler, Washington, D.C.
Object Number 1994.248
black vessel with lid surmounted by five birds facing a stylized tree
Beyond Flight: Birds in African Art

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Mossi

2000–2000

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