Figure of Asian Woman

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Figure of Asian Woman, 19th century
East Africa, Tanzania, Bagamoyo people
Wood with painted details

Donated by Dr P Rattray, 1913
Museum number 1913-137-180

Bagamoyo was the most important trading port along the East African coast. Indian traders were amongst many nationalities that settled here. This figure is dressed in a sari with traditional Indian ornaments.

Figure of Asian Woman
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