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Object Number
2004.24.17173
Display Title
Net for holding pans and calabashes on head
Descriptions
Object Description
Net for holding pans and calabashes for carrying on head. Liberia. Mandingo (37-77-50/2558). Cat. No.: 37-77-50/2558. See: PM Papers, vol. XXXI, fig. 49, b.
Subject
- Calabash
- Tool
- Carry
- Pan
- Head
- Net
Department
Photographic
Date
1944
Artist
Frederick P. Orchard
Culture
- Malinke
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa
/
Liberia
Materials
Negative, nitrate
Dimensions
Overall: 8.89 x 12.7 cm (3 1/2 x 5 in.)
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