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Wrapper

20th century
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Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Wrapper
  • Artist: Ewe artist
  • Date: 20th century
  • Geography: Ghana
  • Culture: Ewe peoples
  • Medium: Cotton
  • Dimensions: Length 84 in.
  • Classification: Textiles-Woven
  • Credit Line: Bequest of John B. Elliott, 1997
  • Object Number: 1999.47.107
  • Curatorial Department: The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing
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