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1951

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Shawabti

This is a shawabti. We acquired it in 1951. Its medium is earthenware. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Estate of David Wolfe Bishop. It is credited Gift of the Estate of David Wolfe Bishop.

Cite this object as

Shawabti; earthenware; Gift of the Estate of David Wolfe Bishop; 1951-84-40

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