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Pottery figurine of man- large head, no form; hands clasped across chest
Pottery figurine of man- large head, no form; hands clasped across chest
Object Number 46-77-30/6134
Display Title Pottery figurine of man- large head, no form; hands clasped across chest
Descriptions
Object Description Pottery figurine of man- large head, no form; hands clasped across chest, red paint on face
Inventory Description Ceramic effigy, molded, cracked, engraved, 2 perforations, possible rattle
Classification
  • Effigy
  • Raw Material
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Chancay
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru / Lima Region / Barranca Province / Supe / Supe
Materials Ceramic
Dimensions Overall: 11.8 x 8 x 5 cm (4 5/8 x 3 1/8 x 1 15/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 46-77-30/6134 & No Site

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