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Chief's Tunic (ngoum?)
Chief's Tunic (ngoum?)
Chief's Tunic (ngoum?)

Chief's Tunic (ngoum?)

Artist
Datemid-20th century
Associated withAfrica
MediumPorcupine quills and fibers
Dimensions40 x 39 x 12 in. (101.6 x 99.1 x 30.5 cm)
ClassificationsNatural Substances
Credit LinePurchased with funds from an anonymous donor
Object number2008.18
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