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Object Number 26-46-20/F576
Display Title Mola shirt
Descriptions
Inventory Description Shirt, two molas, red, blue, white, geometric design
Classification
  • Shirt
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Cuna
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Panama / San Blas Islands / Teguala Island
Materials Fiber, Dye
Quantity 1

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