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Genesis: Ideas of Origin in African Sculpture Back to main page for this exhibition Back to images from this exhibition Back to smaller view of this object Double-Headed N'gonzon Koun Headdress, early 20th century Banimounitié region, Mali; Bamana peoples Wood, patina, and smoke; L. 24 1/4 in. (61.5 cm) Private collection

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