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Artist / Maker : |
Unknown
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Title : |
Untitled (Bird Effigy Ceremonial Macehead)
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Date (Execution) : |
100-500
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Geographical Origin : |
Nicoya, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
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Cultural Group : |
Pre-Columbian (American)
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Style / Period : |
Pre-Columbian
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Medium / Material : |
Stone, Jadeite
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Support / Technique : |
Chipped; Carved
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Object Type : |
mace heads (weapons)
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Visual Description :
The macehead has a spherical form with applique indicating an avian head, with two knobs protruding from the top. There is a large central perforation. Ceremonial; Avian.
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Accession # : |
U991.8.70
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Width (cm) : |
8.20
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Height (cm) : |
6.80
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Depth (cm) : |
9.50
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Mandatory Credit : |
Gift of William and Henrietta Schmidt
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Artist Statement : |
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