Dance paddle

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Object Number 00-8-70/55776

Display Title Dance paddle

Descriptions

Inventory Description Paddle, cylindrical handle, black geometric designs on blade, perforated

Classification

Paddle

Department Ethnographic

Geography/Provenience/Site Name

Oceania / Federated States of Micronesia

Additional Geographic Terms Caroline Islands

Materials Wood, Pigment

Dimensions Overall: 12.3 x 11.4 x 2.8 cm (4 13/16 x 4 1/2 x 1 1/8 in.)

Quantity 1

Label on object 55776

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