Twisted Bracelet

African

  • Titles Twisted Bracelet (Descriptive)
  • Medium iron
  • Dimensions 1 1/8 x 3 1/2 in. (2.9 x 8.9 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of Mortimer B. and Sue Fuller, 2006.84
  • Work Type bracelet
  • Classification Jewelry

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