Culture Fix: Philip M. Peek on Summoning the Ancestors
FOWLER | 12 p.m., Fowler Museum
In this gallery talk, guest co-curator Philip M. Peek, Professor Emeritus of Anthropology at Drew University, New Jersey, explores the small cast bronze ofo in Summoning the Ancestors, which stand for an adult Igbo man’s personal integrity and moral authority, and link him to his ancestors. Used in rituals and kept on shrines, mystery surrounds the makers of these delicate and highly ornamented personal bronzes.
This event is presented by the Fowler Museum at UCLA.
Event Date: Friday, Nov. 9, 12 p.m.
Venue: Fowler Museum
Price: Free
The Fowler Museum is located in North Campus.
Parking is available in lot 4.
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