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Leg of a Vessel(?) in the Shape of an Animal

Maker Unknown, Pre-Columbian

MediumClay, pigment

Dimensions2 1/2” H x 1 11/16” W

Credit LineThis piece is a part of the Mexican Ambassador Collection, approved by the Mexican government for teaching use at Colgate University as part of a 2023 agreement. Gift of David R. and Barbara Hunter

Object numberPC1993.0952.HUN

DescriptionBroken object, possibly the leg of a vessel, in the shape of an animal. Eyes are indicated by round raised areas, mouth is impressed lines, snout is very pointed. Upper half of piece is red. Drill mark on underside of animal’s jaw.

ClassificationsVessels

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Longyear Museum of Anthropology Collections

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