Earthen mask

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Object Number 80-27-20/22506

Display Title Earthen mask

Descriptions

Inventory Description Ceramic effigy sherd, sculpted human face, wood reinforcement on back.

Classification

Effigy

Department Archaeological

Geography/Provenience/Site Name

Central America / Nicaragua

Additional Geographic Terms Granada and Zapatera, island between

Materials Ceramic

Dimensions Overall: 8.6 x 11.1 x 4 cm (3 3/8 x 4 3/8 x 1 9/16 in.)

Quantity 1

Label on object 22506; No. 593 From Dr. E. Flint, Granada Ngua Island near Granada.

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