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Wooden conjurer's figure used in divination
Wooden conjurer's figure used in divination
Object Number 61-57-50/10493
Display Title Wooden conjurer's figure used in divination
Descriptions
Inventory Description Figurine, carved wood, human head with 4 wooden extensions
Classification
  • Figurine
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Warega
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / Congo
Additional Geographic Terms Republic of Congo, Belgian Congo
Materials Wood
Dimensions Overall: 17.5 x 10.2 x 4.8 cm (6 7/8 x 4 x 1 7/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 61-57-50/10493, 17 364-K

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