Palma, Human Figure

Veracruz

10th–15th century

Not on view

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Title: Palma, Human Figure
Date: 10th–15th century
Geography: Mexico, Mesoamerica, Veracruz
Culture: Veracruz
Medium: Stone
Dimensions: H. 8 11/16 × W. 4 1/2 × D. 4 5/16 in. (22.1 × 11.4 × 11 cm)
Classification: Stone-Sculpture
Credit Line: Museum Purchase, 1900
Object Number: 00.5.101
Curatorial Department: The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing

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