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Headrest (musaw), Yaka artist, late 19th century, Wood, copper alloy
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Yaka artist

Headrest (musaw)

Yaka artist · Yaka artist · late 19th century

Medium
Wood, copper alloy
Dimensions
6 3/4 x 8 7/8 x 4 3/4 in. (17.1 x 22.5 x 12.1 cm)
Accession
20:1942
Credit line
Museum Purchase
Culture
Yaka artist
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