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Wooden balance beam, carved and painted, geometric animal design
Wooden balance beam, carved and painted, geometric animal design
Object Number 2004.24.19690
Display Title Wooden balance beam, carved and painted, geometric animal design
Descriptions
Subject
  • Design
  • Geometric
  • Painted
  • Animal
  • Balance
  • Wood
  • Beam
  • Carved
Department Photographic
Date 1949
Artist Frederick P. Orchard
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru / Ica Region / <County> / <City> / Necropolis
Additional Geographic Terms Paracas
Materials Negative, nitrate
Dimensions Overall: 10.16 x 12.7 cm (4 x 5 in.)

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