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Bone Implement

Place of ManufactureAsia

MediumMaterial: bone

DimensionsOverall (width ranges from 1.2 to 2.1cm): 17.7 x 2.1 cm

ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART

Credit LineGift of Mrs. Elizabeth Isserstedt

Object number2001.025.004

Descriptionbone implement consisting of a handle & blade which tapers with undulating edges; the blade portion is incised with a geometric pattern at the distal tip on one surface; the shape is that of a person, the clothing is delicately carved & it has perforations for eyes & nose; the ridge forming its "Chape" is set with 3 round turquoise bits

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