Lady's antique cosmetics box, lidded

Maker Congolese

Maker Kuba

Object number2001.959

Credit LineGift of the Christensen Fund

Dimensions1 1/4 x 9 3/8 x 2 3/8 in. (3.1 x 23.8 x 6.1 cm)

MediumWood, metal, and fiber

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Lady's antique cosmetics box, lidded