Anthropomorphic Hook

African

  • Titles Anthropomorphic Hook (Descriptive)
  • Medium iron
  • Dimensions 6 5/8 x 1/2 x 1/2 in. (16.8 x 1.3 x 1.3 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of Mortimer B. and Sue Fuller, 2006.112
  • Work Type hook
  • Classification Tools & Equipment

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