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Human form jar
Object Number 968-14-30/8486
Display Title Human form jar
Descriptions
Object Description Human form jar- Early intermediate period.
Inventory Description Ceramic effigy jar, molded face, polychrome, decoration includes, tassles, paint
Classification
  • Jar
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Early Intermediate period
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru / Ica Region / Nazca Province
Materials Ceramic
Dimensions Overall: 19.5 x 12 cm (7 11/16 x 4 3/4 in.)
Quantity 1

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