Zoomorphic pendant

Artist Chiriquí artist(s)

CultureChiriquí

Possible OriginCosta Rica

Possible OriginPanama

PeriodLate Period V - Early Period VI

Date800-1500

MediumTumbaga (gold and copper alloy)

DimensionsOverall: 1.5 x 5.1 x 4.5 cm (9/16 x 2 x 1 3/4 in.)

DescriptionThis pendant has raised arms and clenched hands with slightly bent legs, a large head and bulging circular and ridged eyes. It is wearing a head band with side scrolls and the back has a suspension loop.

Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner

Object numberG07.13.3

Classifications

Ancestral Abiayala

Sub-classification

Intermediate

Collections

Status

On view

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