Mole Fetish
Namefigurine, animal
DateUnknown
Mediumjet, turquoise, shell, sinew, thread
DimensionsOverall: 1 7/16 x 2 5/8 x 11/16 in. (3.7 x 6.7 x 1.8 cm)
Credit LineBequest of Dorothy Zama May
CultureZuni
Object numberA1996-1-304
ClassificationsMay Collection
DescriptionHand carved, standing mole, with short, tapered snout, inset eyes, small ears, long tail, short stubby appendages, and bundle with mother-of-pearl shell point and turquoise bead tied around midsection with sinew and thread; black body, white point, bright blue bead and inset turquoise eyes, brown sinew and cotton thread.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.
2002-2003
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c. 1950
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