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Beaded Apron

Artist Kirdi Artist

Date20th century

Place of originCameroon, Africa

MediumGlass seed beads; fiber

Dimensions7 x 18 in. (17.8 x 45.7 cm)

ClassificationsClothing and accessories

Credit LineAnonymous gift

Object number2006.2.54

Collections

AFRICAN

Visual DescriptionRectangular panel with multi-colored beads on two blocks flanking central block of triangle; squares on six bands; blocks of light and dark stripes on each end; beaded fringe; braided belt.

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