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1950

  • Work on this object ended.

1956

  • We acquired this object.

2015

2025

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Mogul King Puppet

This is a Puppet. It is dated early 20th century and we acquired it in 1956. Its medium is painted wood, woven cotton, gold and silver ribbons. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Mr. and Mrs. Cedric R. Head. It is credited Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Cedric R. Head.

Its dimensions are

H x W x D: 58 x 20.3 x 11.5 cm (22 13/16 x 8 x 4 1/2 in.)

Cite this object as

Mogul King Puppet; painted wood, woven cotton, gold and silver ribbons; H x W x D: 58 x 20.3 x 11.5 cm (22 13/16 x 8 x 4 1/2 in.); Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Cedric R. Head; 1956-83-1

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