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Carved wooden head - formerly painted; projection from the neck for +
Carved wooden head - formerly painted; projection from the neck for +
Object Number 42-12-30/3544
Display Title Carved wooden head - formerly painted; projection from the neck for +
Descriptions
Object Description Carved wooden head - formerly painted; projection from the neck for +
Inventory Description Carved wooden head, perforated on the top, paint remnants on the eyes
Classification
  • Effigy
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru
Additional Geographic Terms North coast
Materials Wood
Dimensions Overall: 22.4 x 15.2 x 8.4 cm (8 13/16 x 6 x 3 5/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 42-12-30/3544/ Cacma

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