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Shield Painted with Abstract Figures

A work made of reeds, leather, cotton canvas, and pigment.
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  • A work made of reeds, leather, cotton canvas, and pigment.

Date:

100–600 CE

Artist:

Tiwanaku-Wari
North coast, Bolivia

About this artwork

Status

On View, Gallery 136

Department

Arts of the Americas

Culture

Tiwanaku

Title

Shield Painted with Abstract Figures

Place

Bolivia (Object made in)

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100 CE–600 CE

Medium

Reeds, leather, cotton canvas, and pigment

Dimensions

Diam.: 39.7 cm (15 5/8 in.)

Credit Line

Kate S. Buckingham Endowment

Reference Number

1955.2506

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