Catalog Number |
CAS 0227-0973 | |
Category | Textiles; Tools & Implements | |
Object Name | Weaving implement (spindle whorl) | |
Culture | Maya | |
Global Region | Mexico & Central America | |
Country | Guatemala | |
State/Prov./Dist. | Huehuetenango | |
County | ||
Other Geographic Data | Site: unknown (Chalchitan or Pichikil [Pichiquil]) | |
Maker's Name | Unknown | |
Date of Manufacture | ||
Collection Name | Elgueta Collection (Mayan) | |
Materials | Clay | |
Description | Slightly conical clay spindle whorl with bas relief design on top depicting a 5-pointed star or flower (?) carved with triple lines; Red-orange with fire damage on bottom. | |
Dimensions (cm) | Thickness = 1.6, Max Diam = 2.6 |