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1972.25.157

Cast, of animal head, possibly a jaguar. [IL [OPS Move] 28/6/2017]

1972.25.157

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Collection type
Object
Description
Cast, of animal head, possibly a jaguar. [IL [OPS Move] 28/6/2017]
Long description
Cast, of animal head, possibly a jaguar. Round head with raised decoration to depict the markings, eyes, and muzzle. Depicted open mouthed, with incised teeth. [IL [OPS Move] 28/6/2017]
Geographical reference
Belize
Latin America and the Caribbean > Central America > Belize
South Toledo District Lubaantun
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1970 Archaeological period: Maya
Date collected
January - May 1970
Acquisition information
Purchased: 1972
Materials and processes
Material Pottery, Process Cast
Dimensions
Height: max 40 mm, Depth: max 25 mm, Width: max 34 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1972.25.157

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