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Polychrome effigy jar
Object Number 973-24-30/8891
Display Title Polychrome effigy jar
Descriptions
Object Description Polychrome effigy jar with spout and handle. Depicts a 4 footed zoomorphic figure holding pods (?) and an implement.
Inventory Description Ceramic single spout and bridge bottle, four legged animal effigy, molded, paint
Classification
  • Bottle
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Intermediate Period
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru / Ica Region / Nazca Province
Additional Geographic Terms South Coast
Materials Ceramic
Dimensions Overall: 14.5 x 10.8 x 11.2 cm (5 11/16 x 4 1/4 x 4 7/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 973-24-30/8891

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