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Globular vessel with narrow neck with bulbous end; inscribed and rouletted surface; ridges on neck.
Bottle
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Bottle

Maker Zande Artist or
Maker Mangbetu Artist or
Maker Barambo Artist
Dateearly-mid 20th century
Place of originDemocratic Republic of Congo, Africa
MediumTerracotta
Dimensions11 1/2 x 7 1/2 in. (29.2 x 19.1 cm)
ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment
Credit LineAnonymous gift
Object number2006.2.43
Collections
Visual DescriptionGlobular vessel with narrow neck with bulbous end; inscribed and rouletted surface; ridges on neck.
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