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Marshall Islands
mid-20th century
Object Place: Marshall Islands
Medium/Technique
Spate, fiber, modern backing
Dimensions
Overall: 68.6 x 74.9 cm (27 x 29 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Bequest of William E. Teel
Accession Number2014.301
CollectionsAfrica and Oceania
ClassificationsModels
ProvenanceProbably about 1943/1944, acquired in the Pacific region (presumably the Marshall Islands) and passed by descent within the family [see note]. April 27, 1992, sold by Steven Alpert, Pacific-American Corp., Dallas, to William and Bertha Teel, Marblehead, MA; 2014, bequest of William Teel to the MFA. (Accession Date: February 26, 2014)
NOTE: According to information provided by the dealer at the time of the Teels' purchase, this was acquired during World War II by the father of the family who then owned it.
NOTE: According to information provided by the dealer at the time of the Teels' purchase, this was acquired during World War II by the father of the family who then owned it.