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Oval-shaped platter with raised edge and loop handles; geometric design on bottom.
Meat Platter
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi

Meat Platter

Maker Zulu Artist
Date20th century
Place of originSouth Africa, Africa
MediumWood
Dimensions8 1/4 x 19 in. (21 x 48.3 cm)
ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment
Credit LineAnonymous gift
Object number2006.2.28
Collections
Visual DescriptionOval-shaped platter with raised edge and loop handles; geometric design on bottom.
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