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Image Not Available for Dry plates, Congolese peoples
Dry plates, Congolese peoples
Image Not Available for Dry plates, Congolese peoples
Object Number 2010.20.12
Display Title Dry plates, Congolese peoples
Descriptions
Object Description Glass positive side view portrait, from chest up; woman with extensive scarification on forehead, sides of face and upper arms; large, organic-looking earrings
Classification
  • Photographic
Department Photographic
Date 1875-1902
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / Congo
Materials Glass
Dimensions 12.5 cm width 17.8 cm length
Quantity 1
Credit Line Gift of Alex P. And Joann Pavlin
Provenance
Previous owner Previously owned by Alex P. Pavlin (2007-2010)
Donor Donated by Alex P. Pavlin (10/8/10)

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