Skip to main content
Object Number
976-61-30/9994
Display Title
Fur wallet made from the hide of a small nocturnal animal with a long tail
Descriptions
Object Description
Fur wallet made from the hide of a small nocturnal animal with a long tail like that of a monkey.
Inventory Description
Fur pouch, rectangular with long tail wrapped around, green cloth lining.
Classification
- Pouch
- Raw Material
Department
Ethnographic
Date
before 1976
Culture
- Arhuaco
- Iku
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America
/
Colombia
/
<State>
/
<County>
/
Properidad
/
Prosperidad
Additional Geographic Terms
Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Southern corner of
Materials
Fur, Hide, Cotton
Dimensions
Overall: 76 x 16.5 x 5.1 cm (29 15/16 x 6 1/2 x 2 in.)
Quantity
1
Label on object
976-61-30/9994; 15
Provenance
Collector
James Billipp
(1976)
Important Note about Historical Language
Collections records may contain language, reflecting past collecting practices and methods of analysis, that is no longer acceptable. The Peabody Museum is committed to addressing the problem of offensive and discriminatory language present in its database. Our museum staff are continually updating these records, adding to and improving content. We welcome your feedback and any questions or concerns you may want to share. Please email us with your comments.
