Box in the Form of a Leopard's Head (Uzokpo)
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Object Label
This box was used to hold kola nuts presented to visitors in the royal court of Benin. Leopards are one of the most commonly portrayed animals in African art. Intelligent and courageous, they often serve as metaphors for powerful individuals or associations.
Caption
Edo. Box in the Form of a Leopard's Head (Uzokpo), 19th century. Wood, upholstery studs, 6 11/16 × 5 5/16 × 4 1/4 in. (17 × 13.5 × 10.8 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Arturo and Paul Peralta-Ramos, 56.6.31a-b. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)
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Collection
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Collection
Culture
Title
Box in the Form of a Leopard's Head (Uzokpo)
Date
19th century
Geography
Place made: Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria
Medium
Wood, upholstery studs
Classification
Dimensions
6 11/16 × 5 5/16 × 4 1/4 in. (17 × 13.5 × 10.8 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Arturo and Paul Peralta-Ramos
Accession Number
56.6.31a-b
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