Grinding Table (Metate) in the Form of a Jaguar

Costa Rica, Pre-Columbian

500 - 1000

  • Titles Grinding Table (Metate) in the Form of a Jaguar (Descriptive)
  • Medium volcanic stone (tufa)
  • Dimensions 3 3/8 x 8 3/8 x 4 1/4 in. (8.6 x 21.3 x 10.8 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of the Betty Parsons Foundation, 1985.308
  • Work Type metate
  • Classification Tools & Equipment

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