Latex (balata) figure of a horse and rider. Figure is made of dyed latex rubber, hand molded. Horse stands in a wide stance, with neck curved, head slightly tilted, tail held away from its body. Horse is coloured a light brown with occasional streaks of dark grey. A man sits astride on a saddle that holds a roll at back and a lasso strapped at right, holding the horse’s reins in one hand and a short whip in the other. These components are also coloured a light brown. He wears black boots, blue pants, and a red shirt. A wide brimmed brown hat sits atop his head.

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• Type of Item figure
• Culture Brazilian
• Material latex rubber, dye
• Measurements height 14.5 cm, width 5.7 cm, depth 19.0 cm (overall)

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• Field Collector Nuno Porto
• Previous Owner Nuno Porto
• Received from Nuno Porto, Museum of Anthropology Exhibitions Budget

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• Made in Monte Alegre

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• Creation Date during 2015
• Collection Date during October 2015
• Ownership Date before June 20, 2016
• Acquisition Date on June 20, 2016

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• Condition good
• Accession Number 3182/0026