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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, paint
DimensionsOverall: 7 5/8 x 2 3/8 x 2 1/8 in. (19.3675 x 6.0325 x 5.3975 cm)
Credit LineIFAF Collection
Object numberFA.2008.74.163
DescriptionStanding, human figure with arms folded in front of torso. The figure wears a hood-like head covering. The figure's "skirt" ends in a base. There are remnants of orange and yellow paint on the figure.
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