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Object Number 46-77-30/9683
Display Title Sling
Descriptions
Object Description Sling; central section of four 3-strand braids of vegetal fiber which braid into each other and form net with large mesh. Two 4-strand braids (three strands vegetal fiber and one of red or dark brown camelid) edge the net and extend (70 cm.) at sides; one torn off.
Inventory Description Organic, braided fiber sling, partial, interlocking central portion
Classification
  • Fiber
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru
Materials Fiber
Dimensions Overall: 52 x 9 cm (20 1/2 x 3 9/16 in.)
Quantity 1

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