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Hoka (Conch-shell Trumpet)

Asian Art

MEDIUM Conch shell, wood, hemp-cloth
  • Place Made: Japan
    • DATES 18th century
    PERIOD Edo Period
    DIMENSIONS Length: 15 1/2 in. - Width: 7 in.
    COLLECTIONS Asian Art
    ACCESSION NUMBER 1992.148.4
    CREDIT LINE Gift of Mrs. John M. Lyden
    MUSEUM LOCATION This item is not on view
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