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Shroud, plainweave, with skull
Media Restricted
Object Number 46-77-30/9709A
Display Title Shroud, plainweave, with skull
Descriptions
Object Description Skull wrapped in many layers of cotton plainweaves. Lower jaw detached, presently on top of head.
Inventory Description Organic, skull, wrapped in shroud, plainweave
Classification
  • Raw Material
  • Shaft, modified
  • Bone
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Late Intermediate period
  • Late Horizon?
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru / <State> / <County> / <City> / Zapallango
Intrasite Mummy
Additional Geographic Terms Chillon; Central Coast
Materials Cotton
Dimensions Overall: 22 x 17.5 x 17 cm (8 11/16 x 6 7/8 x 6 11/16 in.)
Quantity 2
Label on object 46-77-30/9709A

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