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Clan Symbol in the Form of a Gourd

CultureKwere, Tanzania
Date20th century
Mediumgourd, wood, glass beads, leather, and fabric
Dimensions7 1/4 × 3 1/2 in. (18.4 × 8.9 cm)
Other (A): 6 3/4 × 15 in. (17.1 × 38.1 cm)
Other (B): 5 × 3 1/2 in. (12.7 × 8.9 cm)
Classificationssculpture
Credit LineCharles and Isabel Eaton Trust
Object number2022.43.3ab
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