Sinew back bow--double curved

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Object Number 36-73-10/6177

Display Title Sinew back bow--double curved

Descriptions

Inventory Description Bow, curved with flared ends, sinew back, leather grip

Classification

Department Ethnographic

Culture

Navajo

Geography/Provenience/Site Name

North America / United States / Arizona

Additional Geographic Terms Navajo Reservation

Materials Wood, Sinew, Leather

Dimensions Overall: 111.5 x 2.7 x 3.3 cm (43 7/8 x 1 1/16 x 1 5/16 in.)

Quantity 1

Label on object 36-73-10/6177

Provenance

Collector Raymond Emerson (1925 - June 26, 1936)

Donor Raymond Emerson (1925 - June 26, 1936)

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