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Object Number 05-2-30/64879
Display Title Cast metal statuette
Descriptions
Object Description Cast metal statuette of human figure with headdress surmounted by sun disc. Green corrosion product. Open mold casting: no details on rear face.
Inventory Description Copper alloy figurine, cast, male, standing with arms over chest, sun headdress.
Classification
  • Raw Material
  • Personal
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Bolivia / La Paz Department / Ingavi Province / Tiwanaku Municipality / Tiahuanaco
Materials Copper alloy
Dimensions Overall: 14.7 x 5.3 x 2.4 cm (5 13/16 x 2 1/16 x 15/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 64879
Provenance
Collector Alexander Agassiz (1904-1905 - 1905)
Donor Alexander Agassiz (1904-1905 - 1905)

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