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Decorative ivory head rest
Decorative ivory head rest
Object Number 2004.24.18388
Display Title Decorative ivory head rest
Descriptions
Object Description Ivory head rest. F.R. Pleasants. Africa.
Subject
  • Rest
  • Head
  • Decorative
  • Ivory
Department Photographic
Artist Frederick Rhodes Pleasants
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / Zaire
Materials Negative, nitrate
Dimensions Overall: 7.62 x 10.16 cm (3 x 4 in.)

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