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Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
Cassava Sifter
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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Cassava Sifter

Country
Datenot dated
Mediumplant fiber
Dimensions17 3/4 h. x 6" dia.
ClassificationsContainers
Credit LineGift of Julianna B. Simmons
Terms
    Object number2016.14.9
    DescriptionCassava flour is a staple food in Central Africa. This type of basket used in its preparation is made in a wide area from Congo to Angola.
    On View
    Not on view
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    Gran Chiriquí
    ca. 1950
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    Nyakusa people
    not dated
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    Songye people
    not dated
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    Kuba people
    not dated
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    Hima people
    not dated
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    Ibibio people
    not dated
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    Fon people
    20th century
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    Borana people
    not dated
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    Charles Kiyana
    not dated
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    Afikpo people
    mid 20th century