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Hanging Scale
Hanging Scale
Hanging Scale
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Hanging Scale

GeographyGhana, Africa
MediumBrass and string
Dimensionsoverall: 7 3/4 in. x 7 3/4 in. (19.7 cm x 19.7 cm)
Credit LineGift of Susanne Klejman Bennet (Class of 1959)
Object number1997.11
Status
Not on view
RightsCopyright is retained in accordance with U.S. Copyright laws
Photo creditDavis Museum at Wellesley College, Wellesley, MA
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