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Stone mortar and pestle for grinding peppers, all calabash
Stone mortar and pestle for grinding peppers, all calabash
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
Materials Negative, nitrate
Dimensions Overall: 3.5 cm (1 3/8 in.)
Quantity 1

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