Figurative Vessel

Costa Rica, Pre-Columbian

  • Titles Figurative Vessel (Descriptive)
  • Medium ceramic
  • Credit Line Gift of Harrison Ross Steeves III in memory of Harrison Ross Steeves Jr., 2000.45
  • Work Type vessel
  • Classification Containers

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