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1916

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2015

2025

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Tooth, Whale

This is a tooth, whale. We acquired it in 1916. Its medium is tooth, wood. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Mr. Kaltenberg. It is credited Gift of Mr. Kaltenberg.

Its dimensions are

H x W x D: 16 x 9 x 6.5 cm (6 5/16 x 3 9/16 x 2 9/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Tooth, Whale; tooth, wood; H x W x D: 16 x 9 x 6.5 cm (6 5/16 x 3 9/16 x 2 9/16 in.); Gift of Mr. Kaltenberg; 1916-20-1

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