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Stirrup-spout bottle in form of semi-human head and face
Stirrup-spout bottle in form of semi-human head and face
Object Number 46-77-30/5064
Display Title Stirrup-spout bottle in form of semi-human head and face
Descriptions
Object Description Stirrup-spout bottle in form of semi-human head and face. White and orange with red designs. Spout of stirrup handle missing.
Inventory Description Ceramic bottle, stirrup spout, missing, human effigy head, moulded, with fangs,
Classification
  • Stirrup spout
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Phases I-II
  • Moche
  • Cupisnique
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru / La Libertad Region / Ascope Province / Cartavio / Nazareno
Additional Geographic Terms North Coast; Chicama valley
Materials Ceramic
Dimensions Overall: 15 x 13.5 cm (5 7/8 x 5 5/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 46-77-30/5064 & Nazareno/ N. of Catavio

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