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Object Number 2005.3.94.2
Display Title Stone mortar and pestle for grinding peppers, all calabash
Descriptions
Department Photographic
Date 1934-1935
Artist Dr. John P. Gillin
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Ecuador
Additional Geographic Terms Angochagua
Dimensions Overall: 3.5 cm (1 3/8 in.)
Quantity 1

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