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Preview image of work. baobab seed pod,  Rattle 41611

2023.55.19

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Rattle

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Artist

Artist Unidentified

Title

Rattle

Creation Date

1972

Century

late 20th century

Dimensions

8 1/2 x 2 3/4 x 2 3/4 in. (21.59 x 6.99 x 6.99 cm)

Object Type

implement/tool

Creation Place

Africa

Medium and Support

baobab seed pod

Credit Line

Gift of Elin Elisofon in honor of Baha Mahdi, Class of 1976 and Alvin Hall, Class of 1974

Copyright

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Accession Number

2023.55.19

Object Description

Per Donor, Elin Elisofon: made by young boys from whom Elin purchased it in Mali