Accession book entry: : 1970.16.1. Sotheby and Co., 34 + 35 New Bond Street, London W1. West Africa, Southern Nigeria, Benin. Uhumwelao - ancestor head carved in wood with darker wood inlays above the eyes. Covered, except for facial area and back of head, with thin copper sheet. Up each side runs a rib, looped at the base, and on the left this continues above the head where it is sheathed in copper beaten to represent a feather. The wood of the head has been somewhat damaged by termite activity. Total height 62 cm. J. G. R[hodes].; Accession book entry: : [added] - Documents relating to purchase in RDF.' Added - 'Purchased with assistance from MGC/V&A Purchase Grant.; Documentation: : Vendor's invoice, cheque etc. in RDF.