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1884.140.1874

Reed bow with the remains of a leather bow string. The ends of the bow bend inwards. [FB 31/1/2018]

1884.140.1874

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Collection type
Object
Description
Reed bow with the remains of a leather bow string. The ends of the bow bend inwards. [FB 31/1/2018]
Geographical reference
Gabon
Africa > Central Africa > Gabon
Date
Acquisition information
Donated: 1884
Materials and processes
Material Reed Plant, Material Animal Leather Skin, Material Varnish, Process Perforated, Process Notched, Process Knotted
Dimensions
Depth: max 18 mm, Width: max 45 mm, Length: max 652 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1884.140.1874

Search terms: Archery Weapon, Weapon, Archery Accessory, Bow

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