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Curing doll
Curing doll
Curing doll
Museum of International Folk Art
DepartmentLatin America

Curing doll

NameSculpture
CultureKuna; Cuna
DateMid-20th century
Place madeSan Blas Islands/ Guna Yala, Panama, Central America
MediumWood, thread, beads, plastic
DimensionsOverall: 11 1/2 x 6 x 2 1/8 in. (29.21 x 15.24 x 5.3975 cm)
Credit LineIFAF Collection
Object numberFA.2008.74.152
DescriptionHuman male figure standing (?) holding a club=like object. The club is attached with clear plastic-like thread. Red thread around head. Red beaded necklace (one strand looped to look like three strands.
Curing Doll
Mid-20th century
Curing doll
Mid-20th century
Curing doll
Mid-20th century
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