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Catalog Number CAS 0423-0089   CAS 0423-0089; Wood carving (2 dugongs)
Category Carvings
Object Name Wood carving (2 dugongs)
Culture Australian Aborigine
Global Region Australia
Country Australia
State/Prov./Dist.
County
Other Geographic Data
Maker's Name Unknown
Date of Manufacture
Collection Name N/A
Materials Wood
Description 3-dimensional figurine of an adult dugong with an infant dugong riding on its back; Adult figure is carved from single piece of wood; A small pointed dowel protrudes from just above each of the adult’s flippers; Infant figure is carved separately and glued to larger figure; All surfaces of figures are sanded very smooth.
Dimensions (cm) Height = 11.3, Width = 12.9, Length = 35.2