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Terra cotta head
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Object Number 99-42-20/C2574
Display Title Terra cotta head
Descriptions
Object Description Headxyz, pottery
Inventory Description Ceramic figurine, partial, molded, incised, and applique human head w/ headdress
Classification
  • Figurine
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Maya
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Mexico / Tabasco / Jonuta
Intrasite Tombs
Additional Geographic Terms Usumacinta River and Rio Palezada; junction of; Usumacinta, right bank
Materials Ceramic
Dimensions Overall: 6.5 x 3.1 x 2.7 cm (2 9/16 x 1 1/4 x 1 1/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object C2574

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