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Bowlbearing Figure (Mboko)

Unknown Artist

Geography: Democratic Republic of the Congo

Culture: Luba

Period: 20th century

Credit: Charles B. Benenson, B.A. 1933, Collection

early 20th century
Wood
57.0 x 23.5 x 28.0 cm
2006.51.173
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