Adaka (Box for gold dust)

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Adaka (Box for gold dust)
Adaka (Box for gold dust)
Adaka (Box for gold dust)

Adaka (Box for gold dust)

Maker
Date19th century
GeographyGhana, Africa
MediumBronze
Dimensionsoverall: 1 1/4 in. x 3 in. x 1 3/8 in. (3.2 cm x 7.6 cm x 3.5 cm)
ClassificationDECORATIVE ARTS
Credit LineGift of Susanne Klejman Bennet (Class of 1959)
Object number1997.4
Status
On view
RightsCopyright is retained in accordance with U.S. Copyright laws
Photo creditDavis Museum at Wellesley College, Wellesley, MA
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