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Jama-Coaque

Effigy vessel of standing dignitary

Jama-Coaque, 500

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Jama-Coaque

Effigy vessel of standing dignitary

Jama-Coaque, 500

Physical Qualities Earthenware, slip, 11 15/16 × 8 9/16 × 8 13/16 in. (30.4 × 21.7 × 22.4 cm.)
Credit Line Purchase with exchange funds from Gift of Alan Wurtzburger, and Antioch Subscription Fund
Object Number 1964.35.2
Slightly leaning male figure bears large open-mouthed jar as his back. Figure shows conventional J-C elite insignia: headdress with cowrie shells, elaborate earrings, collar, arm bands, and bib-like tunic.
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Jama-Coaque

2000–2000

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