Leaves

91-13-24A

From: Cameroon

Curatorial Section: African

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Object Number 91-13-24A
Current Location Collections Storage
Provenience Cameroon
Date Made ca. 1900
Section African
Materials Leaves
Technique Decorated
Description

Cigar Box (b) containing leaves (a). Robert Burns "Cigarilllo" box carbdoard and paper box containing 82 leaves used as money or charms. Most leaves are decorated with cut markings or other plant material sewn on.

Height 5 cm
Length 12.8 cm
Width 10.8 cm
Credit Line Gift of Mary Lou Jacoby, 1991

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