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1983.13.17

Sliver of bamboo that is pointed at both ends. [SM 21/11/2007]

1983.13.17

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Collection type: Object
Description: Sliver of bamboo that is pointed at both ends. [SM 21/11/2007]
Geographical reference: India
Asia > Southern Asia > India; Arunachal Pradesh Subansiri
Cultural groups: Nyishi
Person: Field collector Ursula Violet Graham Bower; PRM source Ursula Violet Graham Bower
Date / Period: Date made: Before 1946
Date collected: 1938 - 1946
Acquisition information: Donated: 1984
Materials and processes: Material Bamboo Plant, Process Split, Process Carved
Dimensions: Length: max 455 mm, Width: max 9 mm
Object numbers: Accession number: 1983.13.17

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