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This African work, dating to 1800s–1900s. Made from wood, glass beads, cloth, thread, and copper alloy, it measures Overall: 25.4 cm (10 in.).

It's part of the collection at the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, in the African Art department. The museum offers free admission and makes its collection available through an open-access program with CC0 images.

It's on display at the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio. Admission is always free, making it one of the most accessible major art museums in the United States.

It dates to 1800s–1900s. It's made from wood, glass beads, cloth, thread, and copper alloy. Dimensions: Overall: 25.4 cm (10 in.).

It's made from Wood, glass beads, cloth, thread, and copper alloy. Wooden sculptures rarely survive from earlier centuries. Dry climates and careful preservation made the difference.

This African work, dating to 1800s–1900s. Made from wood, glass beads, cloth, thread, and copper alloy, it measures Overall: 25.4 cm (10 in.).

It's on display at the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio. Admission is always free, making it one of the most accessible major art museums in the United States.

It dates to 1800s–1900s. It's made from wood, glass beads, cloth, thread, and copper alloy. Dimensions: Overall: 25.4 cm (10 in.).

It's made from Wood, glass beads, cloth, thread, and copper alloy. Wooden sculptures rarely survive from earlier centuries. Dry climates and careful preservation made the difference.

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