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Object Number
2003.20.1
Display Title
Bark book
Descriptions
Object Description
Small bark book, concerned with divination, prognostication and the meaning of symbols; includes an alphabet, decorations and directional guide (by which one determines
optimal times and directions for one's movements). Unusual, meticulous handwriting. Detailed entries, broken up as an authentic book would be, pocket sized to carry. Written facing in
different directions.
Inventory Description
Small bark book
Classification
- Documentary
Department
Ethnographic
Date
20th century
Culture
- Batak
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Oceania
/
Indonesia
/
Sumatra
Materials
Bark, Ink
Dimensions
Overall: 5.5 x 4 x 2.8 cm (2 3/16 x 1 9/16 x 1 1/8 in.)
Quantity
1
Label on object
2003.20.1
Credit Line
Gift of Linda Beeler
Provenance
Collector
Father of Linda Beeler
(early 1960's)
Donor
Linda Beeler
(10/11/03)
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