Figurine
88-12-25
From: Peru | Lima
Curatorial Section: American
Object Number | 88-12-25 |
Current Location | Collections Storage |
Culture | Peruvian |
Provenience | Peru | Lima |
Culture Area | Andean |
Date Made | circa 1940 |
Section | American |
Materials | Paper Mache | Pigment |
Iconography | Man | Chief? |
Description | Peruvian Market Doll/Figurine. Painted paper, mache on wooden base. Standing male figure identified by donor as "Alcade" or chief. Figure is traditionially costumed with poncho and concave-topped hat and carries a staff. Staff originally silvered, now worn down to underfinish. |
Credit Line | Gift of Mrs. Einar T. Anderson, 1988 |
Other Number | N.R1001 - Other Number |
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