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Belt

Artist Kuba Artist

Date20th century

Place of originDemocratic Republic of Congo, Africa

MediumRaffia, natural dyes, cowrie shells

Dimensions4 in. x 7 ft. 2 1/2 in. (10.2 x 219.7 cm)

ClassificationsClothing and accessories

Credit LineGift of Rod McGalliard

Object number2003.40.12

Collections

AFRICAN

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