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Studio-stage scene of two bearded Aboriginal men, seated and holding boomerangs
Studio-stage scene of two bearded Aboriginal men, seated and holding boomerangs
Object Number 2004.29.21623
Display Title Studio-stage scene of two bearded Aboriginal men, seated and holding boomerangs
Descriptions
Transcribed Annotations Written on board: "Australia. / 10. / (verso) Australian Aboriginals; Gift of A. Agassiz; May 18, 1899."
Department Photographic
Culture
  • Aborigine
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Oceania / Australia
Materials Print, black and white adhered to Paperboard
Dimensions Overall: 19.9 × 15 cm (7 13/16 × 5 7/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Provenance
Donor Donated by Alexander Agassiz

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