Disk, Felines

Chimú

12th–15th century

Not on view

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Provenance

Title: Disk, Felines
Date: 12th–15th century
Geography: Peru, Lima province
Culture: Chimú
Medium: Silver
Dimensions: Diam. 4 1/2 in. (11.4 cm)
Classification: Metal-Ornaments
Credit Line: Gift of Henry G. Marquand, 1882
Object Number: 82.1.24
Curatorial Department: The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing

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