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Object Number 986-36-20/26136
Display Title Bag, Morale-head(man)
Descriptions
Object Description Bag, morale-head (man) five colorful wide vertical bands with an x and varying zigzag patterns, alternating with white bands, three trucks are crocheted on both sides around middle white band. multi-colored step pyramid pattern along shoulder strap. 100% cotton. Purchased at "Mano" folk art imports 70 charles st. boston, m 02214 from jan puente.
Inventory Description Bag, woven, multi-colored geometric design, step design on strap, cotton
Classification
  • Bag
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Quiché
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Guatemala / El Quiche
Materials Cotton fabric
Dimensions Overall: 70.5 x 33 cm (27 3/4 x 13 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 986-36-20/26136
Provenance
Collector Jan Puente

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