probably Maya (archaeological culture) (attributed) Search this
Possible collector:
Dr. Thomas W. F. Gann, Non-Indian, 1867-1938 Search this
Previous owner:
Dr. Thomas W. F. Gann, Non-Indian, 1867-1938 Search this
Seller:
Dr. Thomas W. F. Gann, Non-Indian, 1867-1938 Search this
Presenter/funding source:
James Bishop Ford (James B. Ford), Non-Indian, 1844-1928 Search this
Object Name:
Vessel in the form of a shark with a man in its mouth
Media/Materials:
Pottery, paint
Techniques:
Modeled, painted
Dimensions:
25.5 x 12 x 9.2 cm
Object Type:
Containers and Vessels
Place:
Lamanai (Indian Church); Orange Walk District; Belize
Date created:
AD 1450–1550 (Post-Classic period)
Collection History:
Probably collected or excavated by amateur archaeologist Dr. Thomas W. F. Gann (1867-1938, a physician stationed in Central America); purchased by MAI from Thomas Gann in 1919 using funds donated by MAI trustee James B. Ford (1844-1928).
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