Description (Labels & Markings)
Thomas collection label adhered to object: '869 | 58A / Stick (ofo), small, to keep alive. / Obu.'
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Author: Katrina Dring

Context (Related Documents)
Black and white photograph attached to rear of catalogue card
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Author: Katrina Dring

Description (Physical description)
Catalogue card: 'Small stick used as alosi to keep alive.'
Different hand: 'This is a charm.'
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Author: Katrina Dring

Context (Related Documents)
See E 1910.118 and E 1913.3 records for further details about the Thomas Collection from Nigeria. [T.Cotterill]
Event Date 7/5/2001
Author: Katrina Dring

Context (Amendments / updates)
It is not clear whether the piece of string is part of the original object or left over from a now missing label.
Event Date 15/9/2021
Author: Katrina Dring

Description (Physical description)
Ofo, alosi or wooden charm. Small wooden stick with one shaped end, possibly representing a face; highly polished surface. Piece of string tied below carved end.
Event Date 15/9/2021
Author: Katrina Dring