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Sculpture 'Gubuka' by Dennis Nona, acquired in 2009

New acquisitions

We are always adding new objects to our Museum's collections. In this way we develop our existing holdings. It is our aim to secure items of recognised distinction and outstanding national interest. They are selected to document the natural and material world and to illustrate continuity and change in life.

Find out about some of our recently acquired pieces, ancient and modern, by clicking on the images below.

Ceramic poppy made by Maryam Salour

Poppies 'Valley of Lar' by Maryam Salour

Mother of pearl inlay on the sculpture 'Gubuka'

Sculpture 'Gubuka' by Dennis Nona

Copper prayer wheels

Tibetan Prayer Wheel House

Detail of pink moulded plastic doll

Two African Dolls

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