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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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