World Art Now
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World Art Now
24. What does a Tuareg pendant from Africa have in common with a Minangkabau Cashbox from Sumatra? Michael Backman & Sarah Corbett compare & contrast these two seemingly unrelated objects.
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Michael Backman
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Season 1
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Episode 23
Michael Backman & Sarah Corbett compare and contrast two objects: a Tuareg pectoral ornament from northern Africa; and a Minangkabau cast brass cash box from Sumatra.
What are the links between these seemingly unrelated objects?
Listen to find out the surprising answer.
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