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Headdress in the form of a female bust

Baga, 1900-1966

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Baga

Headdress in the form of a female bust

Baga, 1900-1966

Physical Qualities Wood, 17 15/16 × 4 3/4 × 5 7/8 in. (45.5 × 12 × 15 cm.)
Credit Line Gift of A. Harvey and Phyllis K. Schreter, Baltimore
Object Number 1991.389
Female bust with 2 strand necklace and concentric diamonds carved on each breast. Crest coiffure with incised braids.

Culture

Baga

2000–2000

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