Weapon or Scraper

Kiribati

mid to late 19th century

Not on view

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Title: Weapon or Scraper
Date: mid to late 19th century
Geography: Republic of Kiribati, Gilbert Islands
Culture: Kiribati
Medium: Wood, shark's teeth, fiber
Dimensions: L. 7 1/4 in. (18.4 cm)
Classification: Wood-Implements
Credit Line: Purchase, Faith-dorian and Martin Wright Gift, 1983
Object Number: 1983.416
Curatorial Department: The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing

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