Carrier (Object)

8739

From: Gabon

Curatorial Section: African

Object Number 8739
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Fang
Provenience Gabon
Section African
Materials Fiber
Description

Plaited reeds(?). For carrying baskets. Broad part crosses forehead. Large ones used for carrying infant, resting on left hip.

Length 90 cm
Width 35 cm
Credit Line Gift of Rev. Dr. Robert Hamill Nassau, 1891

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