Skip to main content
Object Number
07-3-20/C4079
Display Title
Stone effigy metate
Descriptions
Object Description
Stone Effigy Metate. Tetrapod effigy grinding stone. Rectangular basin. Exterior surface covered with geometric patterns. Prominent head extends from front. Shape of head is inconsistent with most Jaguar metates (from perspective of catalog photo). This may represent a different animal. Small round hole in rear of basin, near tail.
Inventory Description
Stone, metate, tray-like vessel with zoomorphic, incised effigy figure, 4 legs,
Classification
- Raw Material
- Metate
Department
Archaeological
Date
CE 1000-1552
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America
/
Costa Rica
/
Cartago
/
<County>
/
<City>
/
Agua Caliente
Materials
Stone
Dimensions
Overall: 11 x 15 x 35 cm (4 5/16 x 5 7/8 x 13 3/4 in.)
Quantity
1
Label on object
C/4079
Provenance
Collector
E. C. Rost
Seller
E. C. Rost
Important Note about Historical Language
Collections records may contain language, reflecting past collecting practices and methods of analysis, that is no longer acceptable. The Peabody Museum is committed to addressing the problem of offensive and discriminatory language present in its database. Our museum staff are continually updating these records, adding to and improving content. We welcome your feedback and any questions or concerns you may want to share. Please email us with your comments.
