Culture/People:
probably Zenú (Sinú) (archaeological) (attributed)
Object name:
Animal figure (possibly a frog)
Date created:
AD 500-1500
Place:
Río Sinú region; Córdoba Department; Colombia
Media/Materials:
Gold
Techniques:
Cast
Collection History/Provenance:
Collection history unknown; purchased in 1927 in Paris, France, by Mrs. George (Thea) Heye and donated to MAI or purchased with funds donated by her.
Catalog number:
15/2027
This item is currently on view at NMAI, DC.
See it in the 1491 section in the "Our Peoples" gallery on the 4th floor
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