Mortar

2001.05.0081A

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    Basic Information

    Artifact Identification Mortar   (2001.05.0081A)
    Classification/
    Nomenclature
    1. Materials T&E
    2. :
    3. Food Processing & Preparation T&E
    4. :
    5. Food Preparation Equipment
    Artist/Maker None
    Geographic Location
    Period/Date 1971
    Culture Canelos Quichua

    Physical Analysis

    Dimension 1 (Length) 72.4 cm
    Dimension 2 (Width) 36.0 cm
    Dimension 3 (Depth) 5.5 cm
    Weight 3557 g
    Measuring Remarks A & B are attached by fishing line. Couldn't be weighed separately. W= both objects.
    Materials Plant--Wood
    Manufacturing Processes Carved
    Munsell Color Information Reddish Black (10R 2/1) -Mortar rim (sides). Strong Brown (7.5YR 3/6) -Lighter wood showing through.

    Research Remarks

    Published Description N/A
    Description N/A
    Comparanda N/A
    Bibliography N/A

    Artifact History

    Archaeological Data N/A
    Credit Line/Dedication Gift of Norman E. and Dorothea Scott Whitten, Gift 2009
    Reproduction No
    Reproduction Information N/A

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