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Sample of pitch
Object Number 11-43-30/83025
Display Title Sample of pitch
Descriptions
Inventory Description Sample of pitch, dried leaf and resin, burnt exterior.
Classification
  • Floral
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Taruma
  • Arawak
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Guyana
South America / British Guiana
Materials Pitch
Dimensions Overall: 27.5 x 12 x 4.5 cm (10 13/16 x 4 3/4 x 1 3/4 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 83025

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