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Object Number 991-17-30/11699B
Display Title Pair of thistle brushes from back strap weavers; used to card wool; antique hand
Descriptions
Object Description Pair of thistle brushes from back strap weavers; used to card wool; antique handles.
Inventory Description Thistle brush, carved wood cross-shaped base, thistles attached by yarn.
Classification
  • Textileworking
  • Raw Material
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Andean
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Ecuador / <State> / <County> / <City> / Village
South America / Ecuador / <State> / <County> / <City> / Agato
Dimensions Overall: 26.5 x 28.5 x 4.4 cm (10 7/16 x 11 1/4 x 1 3/4 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 991-17-30/11699b

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