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1925

  • Work on this object ended.

1938

  • We acquired this object.

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Doll Or Fetish Figure

This is a Doll or fetish figure. It is dated late 19th–early 20th century and we acquired it in 1938. Its medium is glass beads, leather and its technique is embroidery with beads. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Norvin Hewitt Green. It is credited Gift of Norvin Hewitt Green.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 35.7 cm (14 1/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Doll Or Fetish Figure; glass beads, leather; H x W: 35.7 cm (14 1/16 in.); Gift of Norvin Hewitt Green; 1938-58-1153

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