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MOA: University of British Columbia

2990/326

Model conch trumpet with polished surface. Terracotta with fugitive black linear decoration consisting of interlocking horizontal ā€œSā€ and dotted circles. Hole for suspension, raised stop on cone. The end is open as the mouthpiece. Modelled manufacture. Unbroken.


  • Type of Item figure
  • Culture Cajamarca
  • Material clay, paint
  • Measurements height 8.7 cm, width 3.1 cm, depth 2.6 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner Alan R. Sawyer, Erika H. Sawyer
  • Received from Erika H. Sawyer

  • Made in Cajamarca

  • Creation Date between 1000 and 1476
  • Collection Date between 1950 and 1975
  • Ownership Date before January 15, 2013
  • Acquisition Date on January 15, 2013

  • Item Classes ceramics
  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 2990/0326