Copper Peapod Ornament

Chimú (?)

12th–15th century

Not on view

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Title: Copper Peapod Ornament
Date: 12th–15th century
Geography: Peru
Culture: Chimú (?)
Medium: Copper, gilt
Dimensions: Length 3-1/2 in. (8.8 cm)
Classification: Metal-Ornaments
Credit Line: Bequest of Jane Costello Goldberg, from the Collection of Arnold I. Goldberg, 1986
Object Number: 1987.394.258
Curatorial Department: The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing

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