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Head of a baboon

Vili, 1900-1932

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Vili

Head of a baboon

Vili

Head of a baboon

Vili, 1900-1932

Physical Qualities Baboon skull, cane, bituminous substance, feather, seed pods, 7 11/16 × 4 15/16 × 4 3/4 in. (19.5 × 12.5 × 12 cm.)
Credit Line Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Gerald W. Scott, Washington, D. C.
Object Number 1985.72

Culture

Vili

2000–2000

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