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Mola with a linear design
Object Number 971-14-20/23909
Display Title Mola with a linear design
Descriptions
Object Description Mola: Linear design
Inventory Description Mola, red base, two layers, linear design
Classification
  • Applique
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Cuna
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Panama / San Blas Islands / <County> / Ustapo
Materials Fiber, Dye, Cotton
Dimensions Overall: 38.74 x 64.77 cm (15 1/4 x 25 1/2 in.)
Quantity 1
Credit Line Gift of Dr. and Mrs. F. Louis Hoover, 1971

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