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Earthen jar in the shape of a human head and face
Earthen jar in the shape of a human head and face
Object Number 2004.24.15299
Display Title Earthen jar in the shape of a human head and face
Descriptions
Object Description Cat. No. 21542. Earthen Jar, painted, human face. Arkansas: Poinesett CO. (Bad negative).
Keywords
  • Effigy
  • Household
  • Archaeological
Subject
  • Earthen
  • Face
  • Jar
  • Pottery
  • Head
Department Photographic
Date 1941
Artist Frederick P. Orchard
Culture
  • Southeast
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Arkansas / Poinsett County
Materials Negative, nitrate
Dimensions Overall: 8.89 x 12.7 cm (3 1/2 x 5 in.)

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