Jangada

Jangada
Unidentified maker, Brazil
Gift of Dr. Paulo Furmencio
MP 190

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The jangada was a raft-like vessel used by the deep-sea fishermen of Brazil. The vessels were also used on rivers to transport people and cargo.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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