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Wammaroo, a variety of spinifex
Wammaroo, a variety of spinifex
Object Number 23-46-70/D1763
Display Title Wammaroo, a variety of spinifex
Descriptions
Inventory Description Floral remain, seeds, small, light brown
Classification
  • Floral
Department Ethnographic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Oceania / Australia / Western Australia / Kimberley
Oceania / Australia / Western Australia
Materials Seed
Dimensions Overall: 6.9 x 6.9 x 1.8 cm (2 11/16 x 2 11/16 x 11/16 in.)
Quantity 1 bag
Provenance
Collector E. Clement (1922)
Seller Unknown (2/26/1923)

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