Semi-Circular Ornaments with Geometric Designs, set of twelve

Image of one of the twelve ornaments meant to stand in for all until unmounted and individually ...

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Semi-Circular Ornaments with Geometric Designs, set of twelve
Image of one of the twelve ornaments meant to stand in for all until unmounted and individually photographed.
CultureChimú
Titles
  • Semi-Circular Ornaments with Geometric Designs, set of twelve
Date1100–1450 AD
PlacePeru
MediumGold
DimensionsOverall: 1 15/16 × 3 1/8 in. (4.9 × 7.9 cm)
Credit LineGift of Alfred C. Glassell, Jr.
Object number2010.665.1-.12
Non exposé

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ProvenanceAlfred C. Glassell, Jr. (1913–2008), Houston, by at least May 12, 1979–2008 [1][2]; Estate of Alfred C. Glassell, Jr., 2008–2010; given to MFAH, 2010.

[1] Inventory # precedes purchase from Sotheby's Parke Bernet on May 12, 1979.
[2] Glassell Album #9.

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