Sample of thread--made from tschambira, used for fishing purposes, etc.

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Object Number 38-60-30/1779

Display Title Sample of thread--made from tschambira, used for fishing purposes, etc.

Descriptions

Inventory Description Twine, wound in cylindrical bundle

Classification

Floral

Department Ethnographic

Culture

Quichua
Payamino

Geography/Provenience/Site Name

South America / Ecuador

Additional Geographic Terms Rio Payamino, vicinity of mouth of; Rio Napo, tributary of

Materials Fiber

Dimensions Overall: 9.6 x 2.2 x 2 cm (3 3/4 x 7/8 x 13/16 in.)

Quantity 1

Label on object 38-60-30/1779

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