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Greater Nicoyan

Toad Effigy Vessel

Greater Nicoyan, 500-800

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Greater Nicoyan

Toad Effigy Vessel

Greater Nicoyan, 500-800

Physical Qualities Earthenware, 7 in. (17.8 cm.)
Credit Line Anonymous Gift
Object Number 1981.200
Highland polychrome style in red, black, grey, and cream. The base is rounded; a protruding head, arms, and legs are modeled. The interior shows swirls of cream colored paint. The body of the vessel is painted in a red and grey checkerboard pattern. Along each side of the rim, a rabbit shown in profile has been painted in cream against a dark brown surface.

Culture

Greater Nicoyan

2000–2000

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