AFAMAST 2101/HISTART2101: African Art and Archeology

Citing Images

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Ceremonial sword and sheath, Iron, wood, textile, glass beads, flannel, bamboo, copper alloy and leather, Yoruba Culture

Ceremonial Sword & Sheath, Yoruba, Nigeria, Iron, wood, textile, glass beads, flannel, bamboo, copper alloy and leather, Source: Artstor

Beaded apron, c. 1950, from Zulu Culture, Nongoma clan

Apron, c. 1950, Zulu, Nongoma clan, beading, glass, pearls, cotton, Source: Artstor

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