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Object Number 99-42-20/C2595
Display Title Terra cotta rattle, human form
Descriptions
Object Description Whistle (effigy), pottery
Inventory Description Ceramic figurine, rattle?, standing human, incised, molded/applique body, head
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: 22.7 x 10.5 x 5.1 cm (8 15/16 x 4 1/8 x 2 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object C2595

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