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Cutting implement of shell, stone knife set in gum
Cutting implement of shell, stone knife set in gum
Object Number 2004.24.14837
Display Title Cutting implement of shell, stone knife set in gum
Descriptions
Object Description Cutting implement of shell D2690 (Qualluana Tribe) - stone knife set in gum D1736. Australia: N. W.
Subject
  • Stone
  • Knife
  • Artifact
  • Gum
  • Shell
  • Archaeology
  • Implement
Department Photographic
Date 1938
Artist Frederick P. Orchard
Culture
  • Qualluana
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Oceania / Australia
Additional Geographic Terms NorthWest
Materials Negative, nitrate
Dimensions Overall: 12.7 x 17.78 cm (5 x 7 in.)

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