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Original [right] and cast [left] of Aztec Corn Goddess, Chicomecoatl
Original [right] and cast [left] of Aztec Corn Goddess, Chicomecoatl
Object Number 2004.29.6434
Display Title Original [right] and cast [left] of Aztec Corn Goddess, Chicomecoatl
Descriptions
Object Description Written on board: Mexico. Original [right] Cast [left] Cast made in United States National Museum, Washington. Mexican Deity "Goddess of Water"(?) [actually Aztec Corn Goddess, Chicomecoatl] 27 inches high - 10 inches wide
Keywords
  • Archaeological
  • Ritual
  • Model
  • Sculpture General
Subject
  • Scene
  • Cast
Department Photographic
Date pre 1900?
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Mexico
Materials Gelatin silver print adhered to Paperboard
Dimensions Overall: 11.43 x 15.24 cm (4 1/2 x 6 in.)

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