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Catalog Number

CAS 0434-0004   CAS 0434-0004; Figurine (male deity)
Category Pottery
Object Name Figurine (male deity)
Culture
Global Region Mexico & Central America
Country Mexico
State/Prov./Dist.
County
Other Geographic Data Central Highlands, probably
Maker's Name
Date of Manufacture
Collection Name N/A
Materials Clay
Description Mold-pressed, flat-back figurine with flat base; Male deity in seated position, shown with lower legs tucked under thighs, feet pointed outwards from beneath rear, and hands on knees; Figure has bobbed hair and appears to be wearing large shoulder pads, a large necklace, and an elaborate headdress; Two holes at sides of neck below where ears would be.
Dimensions (cm) Height = 9.1, Width = 4.7, Thickness = 2.9