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Original Title
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Kuba Mask #1
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Devised Title
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Kouba Mask with Blonde Hair
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Date
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Unknown
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Contributor
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Calynne Hill
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Louis Hill
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Description
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The Kouba mask, originating from the Congo, is a striking cultural artifact known for its intricate carvings and vibrant colors. It was traditionally used in rituals and ceremonies and represents ancestral spirits.
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Location
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Tallahassee
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Leon County
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Florida
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United States of America
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Type
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Three-Dimensional Object
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Medium
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Wood
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Paint
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Cowrie Shells
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Feathers
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Fur
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Additional Techniques
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Sewing
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Carving
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Hammering
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Measurements
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L:39cm x W:31cm
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Format
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JPEG
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HBCU Identifier
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AR_0000_01_0002
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HCAC Identifier
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HCAC.FAMU.0107
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Rights
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All rights reserved. The use of any part of these objects and photographs transmitted in any form by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, or stored in a retrieval system without the prior written consent of MEBA is an infringement of the copyright law.
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Contributing Institution
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Florida A&M University
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Language
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English