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Copper studded handle of hammer - used to kill the chicken by breaking its throa
Copper studded handle of hammer - used to kill the chicken by breaking its throa
Object Number 37-77-50/2914
Display Title Copper studded handle of hammer - used to kill the chicken by breaking its throa
Descriptions
Object Description Copper studded handle of hammer - used to kill the chicken by breaking its throat with back of handle
Inventory Description Hammer handle, carved wood, incised, metal bands and studs, head missing
Classification
  • Hammer
  • Raw Material
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Mano
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / Liberia
Additional Geographic Terms Ganta, vicinity of
Materials Wood, Metal
Dimensions Overall: 21.3 x 9.5 x 3.8 cm (8 3/8 x 3 3/4 x 1 1/2 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 37-77-50/2914
Provenance
Donor Dr. George W. Harley

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