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Polished granite or porphry head, plano-convex in shape. 5" h
Polished granite or porphry head, plano-convex in shape. 5" h
Object Number 973-24-20/24116
Display Title Polished granite or porphry head, plano-convex in shape. 5" h
Descriptions
Object Description Polished granite or porphry head, plano-convex in shape.
Inventory Description Ground stone sculpture, carved human head and facial features, one perforation at top of head, polished, pitted
Classification
  • Sculpture
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Preclassic (Mesoamerica)?
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Mexico
Additional Geographic Terms Mexico, Western?
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 11.2 x 9.4 x 6.4 cm (4 7/16 x 3 11/16 x 2 1/2 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 973-24-20/24116

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