Lion sandals

Asante-Akan artist

20th century

Not on view

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Title: Lion sandals
Artist: Asante-Akan artist
Date: 20th century
Geography: Ghana
Culture: Asante-Akan artist
Medium: Leather
Dimensions: Approximately W. 9 x L.15 in. (22.9 x 37.5 cm)
Classification: Hide-Costumes
Credit Line: Bequest of John B. Elliott, 1997
Object Number: 1999.47.104a, b
Curatorial Department: The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing

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