Eight Beads in the Form of Human Heads, Strung Together

CultureMixtec
Titles
  • Eight Beads in the Form of Human Heads, Strung Together
  • Bead
Date900–1519 AD
PlaceMexico
MediumGold
DimensionsOverall: 6 11/16 in. (17 cm)
Other (Each bead): 3/4 in. (1.9 cm)
Credit LineGift of Alfred C. Glassell, Jr.
Object number2010.261
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ProvenanceLaurence C. Witten II (1926–1995), Southport, Connecticut, and Florida; by descent to Cora Williams Witten, 1995; [Sotheby's, New York, May 14, 1996, Pre-Columbian Sale 6846, Lot 49]; purchased by Alfred C. Glassell, Jr. (1913–2008), Houston, May 14, 1996–2008; Estate of Alfred C. Glassell, Jr., 2008–2010; given to MFAH, 2010.

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