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2 pairs feather attachments for combs
2 pairs feather attachments for combs
Object Number 17-59-30/F30
Display Title 2 pairs feather attachments for combs
Descriptions
Inventory Description Two strands of feathers with cord ties, mounted on thin wooden stakes
Classification
  • Accessory
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Betoi
  • Tucano?
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Brazil / Bahia / <County> / Tucano?
Additional Geographic Terms Rio Tiquie
Materials Feather, Vegetable fiber, Wood
Dimensions Overall: 39 x 4 x 2.5 cm (15 3/8 x 1 9/16 x 1 in.)
Quantity 2
Label on object F30
Provenance
Collector Dr. A. Hamilton Rice (1916-1917 - 1917)
Donor Dr. A. Hamilton Rice (1916-1917 - 1917)

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