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Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi
Hair brush
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi

Hair brush

Artist Luvale Artist
Date1970
Made/manufacturedZambia, Africa
PurchasedZambia, Africa
MediumWood, iron
DimensionsOverall: 7 3/4 x 2 x 3/4 in. (19.69 x 5.08 x 1.91 cm)
ClassificationsSculpture
Credit LineGift of Dr. Anita Spring
Object number2023.31.17
Collections
DescriptionWood brush with iron teeth and pyroengraved geometric design on back and handle.
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