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Ceremonial Adze and Stand
Ceremonial Adze and Stand

Ceremonial Adze and Stand

Artist Unknown
Dateearly 20th century
MediumWood, stone, coral, and twine
Dimensions26 7/8 x 10 1/8 x 1 3/8 in. (68.3 x 25.7 x 3.5 cm)
ClassificationsSculpture
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Hanes
Object number86.18
On View
Not on view
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