2000 BC–AD 1550 (Formative to Post-Classic period)
Culture/People
possibly Central Mexico/Valley of Mexico (archaeological culture) (attributed)
Previous owner
Leo Stein, Non-Indian, 1872-1947
Seller
Leo Stein, Non-Indian, 1872-1947
Presenter/funding source
Thea Heye (Thea Kowne/Mrs. Dorothea Page/Mrs. George Gustav Heye), Non-Indian, 1888-1935
Collection History
Collection history unknown; formerly in the collection of Leo Stein (1872-1947, renowned art collector and brother of Gertrude Stein); purchased by MAI from Leo Stein in 1928 using funds donated by Thea (Mrs. George) Heye.
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