Mandjong currency blade

Kwele artist

19th–20th century (?)

Not on view

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Title: Mandjong currency blade
Artist: Kwele artist
Date: 19th–20th century (?)
Geography: Gabon or Republic of Congo
Culture: Kwele peoples
Medium: Iron
Dimensions: Height: 20 in.
Width:17 in.
Classification: Metal-Implements
Credit Line: Gift of Mark Rapoport, 2000
Object Number: 2000.620.21
Curatorial Department: The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing

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