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Trumpet-like objects of ivory (fetish holders?)
Trumpet-like objects of ivory (fetish holders?)
Object Number 20-29-50/B2205
Display Title Trumpet-like objects of ivory (fetish holders?)
Descriptions
Inventory Description Powder horn, hollow tusk, dark stained, metal loop one end, perforated rim
Classification
  • Powder Horn
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Fang
  • Bene
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / Cameroon
Additional Geographic Terms West Africa
Materials Ivory, Iron
Dimensions Overall: 35 x 3.7 x 2.8 cm (13 3/4 x 1 7/16 x 1 1/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object B2205

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