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Object Number 17-3-20/C8202
Display Title Stone effigy head
Descriptions
Object Description Freestanding stone head sculpture, possibly representing a trophy head or portrait. Roughly carved and exhibiting minimal detail. The figure has a large nose, protruding jaw and ears. The individual may be wearing a circular cap.
Inventory Description Ground stone, human effigy head.
Classification
  • Sculpture
Department Archaeological
Date 1000-1550 CE
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Costa Rica / Cartago
Additional Geographic Terms Cartago, near
Materials Stone
Dimensions Overall: 11.3 x 11.1 x 10.6 cm (4 7/16 x 4 3/8 x 4 3/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object C8202
Provenance
Collector Dr. Samuel Kirkland Lothrop (1916-1917)
Expedition Peabody Museum Central American Expedition (1916-1917)

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