Latex (balata) figure of a turtle. Figure is made of dyed latex rubber in green, hand molded. Turtle stands on four flipper feet, with a rounded head emerging from the shell. Eyes are inset balls, red in colour, above incised nostrils and mouth. The shell is covered with a modified diamond pattern, incised, to indicate the scutes. The underside of the figure is concave, with little detail.

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• Type of Item figure
• Culture Brazilian
• Material latex rubber, dye
• Measurements height 3.0 cm, width 6.9 cm, depth 11.0 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 excellent
• Accession Number 3182/0041