- Collection type
- Object
- Description
- Penis sheath, in plastic wrap, on postcard showing use.
- Geographical reference
- Cultural groups
- Zulu
- Date / Period
- Date made: Before 1992
- Date collected
- By 1992
- Acquisition information
- Donated: 12/1992
- Materials and processes
- Material Banana Leaf Plant, Material Grass Fibre Plant, Process Woven
- Dimensions
- Diameter: max 54 mm
- Object numbers
- Accession number: 1992.36.1
Search terms: Ornament, Clothing, Picture and Graphic Art, Model, Groin-cover, Postcard
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