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Black pottery basin for washing the face, made by the women
Black pottery basin for washing the face, made by the women
Object Number 47-44-50/6143
Display Title Black pottery basin for washing the face, made by the women
Descriptions
Inventory Description Ceramic bowl, black, cylindrical pedestal base, chipped rim, burnt exterior
Classification
  • Bowl
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Inhambane
  • Chopi
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa
Additional Geographic Terms Portuguese East Africa: Inhambane, vicinity of
Materials Ceramic
Dimensions Overall: 11.5 x 19.9 x 20 cm (4 1/2 x 7 13/16 x 7 7/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 47-44-50/6143 & 25

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