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Palm Wine Vessel with Figures and Cowrie Shells (kuh mendu)
Palm Wine Vessel with Figures and Cowrie Shells (kuh mendu)

Palm Wine Vessel with Figures and Cowrie Shells (kuh mendu)

Datecirca 1975
Associated withAfrica
MediumEarthenware
DimensionsH. 17 1/2 x Diam 16 in. (44.5 x 40.6 cm)
ClassificationsCeramics
Credit LinePurchased with funds from the State of North Carolina, by exchange
Object number99.6.2
On View
On view
ProvenanceDouglas Dawson, Chicago; purchased by NCMA 1999
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