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Colonial Pith Helmet

Made By Igbo Cultural Group (Nigeria)
CultureIgbo
Date19th-20th century
Mediumpainted wood
DimensionsOverall: 3 1/8 x 5 1/2 in. (8 x 14 cm)
Classification(s)
  • AFRICAN
Credit LineGift of Judith Schuchalter
Terms
  • helmet
Object number91.46.3
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