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Spoon, abstract snake
Spoon, abstract snake
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi

Spoon, abstract snake

Maker Lega Artist
Dateundated
Place of originDemocratic Republic of Congo, Africa
MediumIvory
Dimensions8 1/4 x 1 5/8 x 3/8 in. (21 x 4.1 x 1 cm)
ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment
Credit LineGift of Dr. and Mrs. Jack L. Morris
Object numberS-73-22
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