Turtle Fetish
Namefigurine, animal
DateUnknown
Mediumturquoise
DimensionsOverall: 3/8 x 1 x 9/16 in. (0.9 x 2.5 x 1.5 cm)
Credit LineBequest of Dorothy Zama May
CultureZuni
Object numberA1996-1-303
ClassificationsMay Collection
DescriptionHand carved miniature turtle, head slightly upturned, with incised crosshatching on carapace, punctate nostrils and eyes, and incised mouth, bright blue and blue-green turquoise, with gold matrix.This record has been reviewed by University Galleries staff but may be incomplete or contain errors. Our records are frequently revised and enhanced. For any inquiries about the information listed, please email galleries@sandiego.edu.
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2009
c. 1970
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2009
2000-2001