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Metate in the Form of a Feline, c. 1000-1550 A.D. Atlantic Watershed, Costa Rica Volcanic Sto…
Metate
Metate in the Form of a Feline, c. 1000-1550 A.D. Atlantic Watershed, Costa Rica Volcanic Sto…
Metate in the Form of a Feline, c. 1000-1550 A.D. Atlantic Watershed, Costa Rica Volcanic Stone; 6 x 7 1/4 x 16 3/4 in. 2001.74.7 Gift of Mr. William R. Moran

Metate

ClassificationsTools and Equipment-metates
Date1000-1550 CE
Made AtCosta Rica, Central America, North America
MediumVolcanic stone
Dimensions6 × 7 1/4 × 16 3/4 in. (15.2 × 18.4 × 42.5 cm)
Credit LineGift of William R. Moran
Object number2001.74.7
DescriptionRectangular stone metate in the form of a feline. Porous tan stone. Concave rectangular tray with 4 legs and cat-like head and tails. Circular incised design on head and tail. Diamond shape incised design on legs.
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