Pair of Beads

CultureKaro Batak peoples
Titles
  • Pair of Beads
DateEarly to mid 19th century
PlaceIndonesia
MediumWood and gold
DimensionsEach: 4 1/4 x 1/2 diameter in. (10.8 x 1.3 cm)
Credit LineGift of Alfred C. Glassell, Jr.
Object number2004.2297-2004.2298
Non exposé

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ProvenanceProbably [Frank Wiggers, Insulinde Indonesian Arts, Forest Knolls, California]; Alfred C. Glassell, Jr. (1913–2008) Collection, Houston, by 1994; given to MFAH, 2004.

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