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Knobkiere (Amawisa)
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
ClassificationsAfrican Art

Knobkiere (Amawisa)

Place CreatedSouth Africa, Africa
CultureZulu
Date20th Century
MediumWood, copper, brass
Credit LineGift of Norma Canelas Roth and William D. Roth in honor of the Class of 1959
Dimensions20 1/2 x 2 5/8 in. (52.1 x 6.7 cm)
Object number2009.027.010
ProvenanceEx coll. William and Norma (1944-2022) Roth, United States.
Status
Not on view
Collections
  • African Art
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