Beads

6th century CE (?)
Not on view
Returned to lender
This work of art was on loan to the museum and has since been returned to its lender.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Beads
  • Date: 6th century CE (?)
  • Geography: Senegal
  • Culture: Wanar
  • Medium: Gold
  • Dimensions: (a) D. 1/8 × L. 2 1/2 in. (0.3 × 6.4 cm)
    (b) D. 3/8 × L. 1/2 in. (1 × 1.3 cm)
    (c) D. 1/8 × L. 3/8 in. (0.3 × 1 cm)
  • Classification: Metalwork
  • Credit Line: Institut Fondamental d’Afrique Noire Cheikh Anta Diop, Dakar, Senegal (N7; Wanar 2012 Mon XX passe 2 [B’4] ; Wanar 2013 Mnt XIV N. 33)
  • Curatorial Department: The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing