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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