Collection Highlights
Siamese Twins
Date:
1836
Object Number:
LIB.SY.1836.55
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Luce Center
Aztec calendar
Object Number:
1942.475
Date:
1900-1940
Medium:
Earthenware, paint
Dimensions:
Overall: 8 1/4 x 7 1/2 x 1/2 in. ( 21 x 19 x 1.3 cm )
Description:
Black painted, miniature, earthenware replica of the Aztec calendar; circular form with mask in low relief at center surrounded by concentric bands with zoological and architectural symbols; opposing masks in profile at lower edge above narrow tab extension.
Credit Line:
Gift of Alexander J. Wall
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
