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John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; National Archives Records Administ…
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; National Archives Records Administration
African Head
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; National Archives Records Administration

African Head

Artifact IDMO 63.3809c
Object Type Sculpture
Date before 1963
Medium wood
DimensionsOverall H 5 in (12.7 cm)

Physical DescriptionCarved wooden head of an African female with an elongated face and sculpted hair high above forehead.
Historical NoteThis sculpture was brought back by Senator Edward Kennedy from a trip abroad and left with President Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteItem was previously owned by Senator Edward Kennedy. Item was donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum by the Estate of President John F. Kennedy in 1965.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of Senator Edward Kennedy
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - PossiblyUse Restriction NoteCopyright and other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of these materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
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