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Ifugaos raise some fine sweet potatoes. The longest was 30 inches in length
Ifugaos raise some fine sweet potatoes. The longest was 30 inches in length
Object Number 2004.29.16563
Display Title Ifugaos raise some fine sweet potatoes. The longest was 30 inches in length
Descriptions
Object Description Written on board: "Ifugao / 94. Ifugaos raise some fine sweet potatoes / The longest was 30 inches in length / For detailed description see File 129 / Photographs by H. Otley Beyer. Gift to the Museum. June.1909."
Department Photographic
Date 1905-1909
Artist H. Otley Beyer
Culture
  • Ifugao
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Oceania / Philippines
Materials Print, black and white adhered to Paperboard
Dimensions Overall: 7.62 x 12.7 cm (3 x 5 in.)

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