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Object Number 87-61-30/54504C
Display Title Miniature sling
Descriptions
Object Description Vegetal fiber sling (z-2s), square knotted into a circular net (6 x 3 cm.). Above the net, vegetal fiber is braided into a three strand cord.
Inventory Description Organic, woven miniature sling, knotted circular net, 3 strand braided cord
Classification
  • Raw Material
  • Woven Fiber
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Late Intermediate period
  • Late horizon
  • Late Coastal?
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru / Lima Region / Lima Province / Ancon
Intrasite Prehistoric Graves
Additional Geographic Terms Chillon Valley
Materials Fiber
Dimensions Overall: 52 x 3.3 x 2.4 cm (20 1/2 x 1 5/16 x 15/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 87-61-30/54504(c)

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