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Pieces of vase; painted in polychrome with an "anthropomorphic mythical being"
Pieces of vase; painted in polychrome with an "anthropomorphic mythical being"
Object Number 30-63-30/F788
Display Title Pieces of vase; painted in polychrome with an "anthropomorphic mythical being"
Descriptions
Inventory Description Ceramic rim and body sherds, polychrome exterior, mended
Classification
  • Sherd
Department Archaeological
Date A.D. 300-600
Culture
  • Early Nasca
  • Middle Nasca
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru
Additional Geographic Terms Nasca
Materials Ceramic
Dimensions Overall: 12.5 x 6.4 x 0.6 cm (4 15/16 x 2 1/2 x 1/4 in.)
Quantity 2
Label on object F788

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