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Naida McBeath and Maori

Purse

Maori, 1967-1970

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Purse

Maori, 1967-1970

Physical Qualities Game bantam and ringneck cock pheasant feathers, string, cloth, 10 3/4 x 7 5/16 in. (27.3 x 18.6 cm.) not including handle
Credit Line Gift of Dr. John Money, Baltimore
Object Number 2000.322
Exterior covered with a variety of feathers, some of which are pheasant. Trim is brown and black downy feathers; body is covered with flat-lying, patterned feathers in browns, golds, black and teal. Brown, braided string handle atached to corners of purse. Interior covered with gold-colored fabric.
The Baltimore Museum of Art by gift 2000; Dr John Money

Artist/Maker

Naida McBeath

2000–2000

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Culture

Maori

2000–2000

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