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Sling
Object Number 80-61-30/24077
Display Title Sling
Descriptions
Object Description Sling with center slit section of fur and leather. At either end is a section of vertical wrapping on spiraling warp. Ends are round braids with loops (vegetal fiber). Fur is missing.
Inventory Description Organic, hide sling, split leather center, braided and wrapped cords, fur missin
Classification
  • Raw Material
  • Hide
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Late horizon
  • Late Intermediate period
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru
Intrasite Grave
Additional Geographic Terms Coast
Materials Leather, Fiber
Dimensions Overall: 93 x 11.2 x 3.3 cm (36 5/8 x 4 7/16 x 1 5/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 80-61-30/24077

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