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Hut construction process, manner of tying mats to roof
Hut construction process, manner of tying mats to roof
Object Number 2004.24.6918E
Display Title Hut construction process, manner of tying mats to roof
Descriptions
Object Description a) Outting mud on huts, b) framework ready for mud, c) Method of tying corner of gable end, d) Framework for half of roof ready for mats, e) manner of tying mats to roof
Subject
  • Roof
  • Hut
  • Mat
  • 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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