Box with Lid

Moche

6th–7th century

Not on view

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Title: Box with Lid
Date: 6th–7th century
Geography: Peru
Culture: Moche
Medium: Copper
Dimensions: H. 2 15/16 x W. 4 5/16 in. (7.5 x 11 cm)
Classification: Metal-Containers
Credit Line: Bequest of Jane Costello Goldberg, from the Collection of Arnold I. Goldberg, 1986
Object Number: 1987.394.20a, b
Curatorial Department: The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing

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