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Object Number
2018.9.1.20.34
Display Title
"Bushman" children’s drawings [original crayon drawings]
Descriptions
Archival Collections/Series
Lorna Marshall research papers > Series II: Research/field notes by subject matter and/or chronological
Classification
- Paper
Department
Archival, Paper
Archives
Archival Collection - Folder
Archival Box, Folder
Box 20, Folder 34
Date
1952 -1990
Artist
Lorna Marshall
Culture
- Ju/'hoansi
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa
/
Botswana
Africa / Namibia
Africa / Namibia
Quantity
1
Credit Line
Gift of Elizabeth Marshall Thomas
Historical Language
Museum staff recognize the offensive nature of the term "Bushmen" in describing individuals. The term is listed here as it is part of the original documentation of past collecting practices and past methods of analysis.
Provenance
Donor
Elizabeth Marshall Thomas
Important Note about Historical Language
Collections records may contain language, reflecting past collecting practices and methods of analysis, that is no longer acceptable. The Peabody Museum is committed to addressing the problem of offensive and discriminatory language present in its database. Our museum staff are continually updating these records, adding to and improving content. We welcome your feedback and any questions or concerns you may want to share. Please email us with your comments.