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Roof of temporary shelter
Roof of temporary shelter
Object Number 2004.24.6919A
Display Title Roof of temporary shelter
Descriptions
Object Description a) Roof of temporary shelter, b) Bound leaves for roof, c) hot season shelter, d) Method of roof construction after palm thatch has been tied to rafters.
Subject
  • Roof
  • Hut
  • Rural
Department Photographic
Date 1921
Artist George Schwab
Culture
  • Basa
  • Basa
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / Cameroon
Materials Negative, nitrate
Dimensions Overall: 7.62 x 12.7 cm (3 x 5 in.)

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