Ceremonial Sword (Ape)
Yoruba
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YorubaIseyin
Ceremonial Sword (Ape)
Mid–20th century · Religious/Ritual Object
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Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago, United States
This work belongs to the collection but is not currently on public display.
- Verified
- 12 d ago· verified
- In this state since
- Aug 19, 2026
- Source
- Official museum collection data
About
“Ceremonial Sword (Ape)” is a work (religious/Ritual Object) by Yoruba (Iseyin), dated Mid–20th century. The catalog places it within Yoruba and Arts of Africa. It belongs to the collection of Art Institute of Chicago in Chicago, and is not confirmed on public display right now. ART MAP tracks this work's display status over time, with every claim carrying its source and verification date.
Details
- Artist
- Yoruba
- Date
- Mid–20th century
- Medium
- Religious/Ritual Object
- Accession number
- 2000.497
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- pipeline · record aic:156584 · fetched 12 d ago
