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Chiwara (male)

Made By Bamana Cultural Group (Mali, West Africa)
Dateearly/mid 20th century
Mediumwood
Dimensions2 1/2 × 18 1/2 in. (6.4 × 47 cm)
Classification(s)
  • WCMA Reserve Collection
Credit LineGift of Drs. Carolyn and Eli Newberger
Object numberRC.83.33
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