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1920

  • Work on this object ended.

1952

  • We acquired this object.

2015

2025

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"Ojime" Bead (11), late 19th–early 20th century

This is a bead (11). It is dated late 19th–early 20th century and we acquired it in 1952. Its medium is acorn-like ligneous material. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Unknown. It is credited Gift of Anonymous Donor.

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"Ojime" Bead (11), late 19th–early 20th century; Japan; acorn-like ligneous material; Gift of Anonymous Donor; 1952-164-39-a/k

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