Cylinder Vessel

Colima

2nd–3rd century

Not on view

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Title: Cylinder Vessel
Date: 2nd–3rd century
Geography: Mexico, Mesoamerica, Colima, Rio Verde region
Culture: Colima
Medium: Ceramic
Dimensions: Height 7 in.
Diameter: 8 in.
Classification: Ceramics-Containers
Credit Line: Gift of Arthur M. Bullowa, 1983
Object Number: 1983.497.13
Curatorial Department: The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing

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