Bracelet

Western African, African

20th century

  • Titles Bracelet (Descriptive)
  • Medium brass, cast
  • Dimensions 1 3/4 x 3 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. (4.4 x 8.9 x 8.9 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of Drs. Noble and Jean Endicott, 1990.226
  • Work Type bracelet
  • Classification Jewelry

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