Carved animal ivory tusk. The top section is carved with a human face and geometric designs. circa late 19c/early 20c. Possbly from Nigeria and Benin city.
No linked acquisition record, did this object come in as late as 1995/6? check acc register/day book. Patina on ivory suggests could be 19c and could be from Benin city Nigeria. Add to Benin list for investigation. RHH 18/05/2012.