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Tools, forked sticks, set of four bound in cord
Tools, forked sticks, set of four bound in cord
Object Number 79-14-20/17720.1
Display Title Tools, forked sticks, set of four bound in cord
Descriptions
Object Description Tools, forked sticks, set of four bound in cord
Inventory Description Tools, forked sticks, set of four bound in cord
Classification
  • Tools
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Modern
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Mexico / San Luis Potosi
Materials Wood, Vegetable fiber
Dimensions Overall: 103 x 28 x 15 cm (40 9/16 x 11 x 5 7/8 in.)
Quantity 4
Label on object 79-14-20/17720.1

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