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Chimu blackware vessel of modeled frog or toad w/ strap handle
Chimu blackware vessel of modeled frog or toad w/ strap handle
Object Number 991-15-30/11688
Display Title Chimu blackware vessel of modeled frog or toad w/ strap handle
Descriptions
Object Description Chimu blackware vessel of modeled frog or toad w/ strap handle, single spout missing; modeled "swimmer" figure applied to handle.
Inventory Description Ceramic, complete vessel, hollow animal, strap handle with human face
Classification
  • Effigy
Department Archaeological
Date 1100-1350
Culture
  • Chimú
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru
Additional Geographic Terms North coast
Materials Ceramic
Dimensions Overall: 9.7 x 6.4 x 10.7 cm (3 13/16 x 2 1/2 x 4 3/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 991-15-30/11688 & SG\127-2
Provenance
Collector Col. W. M. Crandall (4/1944)
Donor N. Kathleen Wheeler (12/1/92)

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