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Cast of "laughing head" -scroll design on bas relief on side of forehead with de
Cast of "laughing head" -scroll design on bas relief on side of forehead with de
Object Number 54-56-20/19561
Display Title Cast of "laughing head" -scroll design on bas relief on side of forehead with de
Descriptions
Object Description Cast of "laughing head" -scroll design on bas relief on side of forehead with decoration in center of forehead
Inventory Description Cast, moulded human head, facial features, headdress with geometric and curvilin
Classification
  • Cast
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Totonac
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Mexico / Veracruz
Materials Plaster
Dimensions Overall: 14.7 x 18.5 x 10 cm (5 13/16 x 7 5/16 x 3 15/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 54-56-20/19560; Copyright / 1898; new; from originals / in Petich Old Mexican /

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