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Object Number 976-34-20/24832
Display Title Stone figure carved in shape of human. Mezcala, Guerrero style.
Descriptions
Object Description Ground stone sculpture, greenstone, carved human effigy, chipped
Inventory Description Ground stone sculpture, greenstone, carved human effigy, chipped
Classification
  • Sculpture
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America
Materials Greenstone
Dimensions Overall: 24.5 x 9.5 x 4.5 cm (9 5/8 x 3 3/4 x 1 3/4 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 976-34-20/24832; 304

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