Ivory Tusk Carving

Object Title: Ivory Tusk Carving
Object ID: AR_0011_03_0001
Created By: Unknown
Date: Unknown
Owned By: Florida A&M University Meek-Eaton Southeastern Regional Black Archives Research Center and Museum
Medium: Ivory
Dimensions: L:66cm x W:7cm
Description: 30" carved ivory tusk with sculptured elephants and crocodiles engraved.
Object Notes: vory tusk carvings are exquisite representations of artistry and craftsmanship, often depicting intricate scenes, figures, and cultural symbols. These carvings have deep cultural significance, reflecting social, spiritual, and historical narratives within African societies.
Special Notes: Art, Spirituality, Folklore
Related Collections: Unknown Tribe in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Collection Title: Donald Hill Collection
Collection ID: AR_0011
Credit Line: Courtesy of the Meek-Eaton Black Archives/ Donald Hill Collection
Restrictions and Rights: All rights reserved. The use of any part of these objects and photographs transmitted in any form by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, or stored in a retrieval system without the prior written consent of Meek-Eaton Black Archives is an infringement of the copyright law.
Photograph Rights Holder: Florida A&M University
Spatial Coverage: On Display
Location: African Mask Room