Human figure

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Date created: 300-100 BC

Culture/People: possibly Chupícuaro (archaeological culture) (attributed)
Previous owner: Monique Grant (Monique Purris Grant/Mrs. Albert J. Grant), Non-Indian
Seller: Monique Grant (Monique Purris Grant/Mrs. Albert J. Grant), Non-Indian

Collection History: Collection history unknown; formerly in the collection of Monique Grant; purchased by MAI from Monique Grant in 1965.
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Place: Guanajuato State; Mexico

See related items: Chupícuaro (archaeological culture); Sculpture/Carving/Figures

Data Source: National Museum of the American Indian

Catalog Number: 23/5837
Barcode: 235837.000

Object Type: Sculpture/Carving/Figures

Object Name: Human figure
Media/Materials: Shell/shells
Techniques: Carved, drilled

Metadata Usage: CC0

GUID: http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/ws6e33591c7-3aed-48e4-9e4d-fe99e36c1118

Record ID: NMAI_251155