The jar has a rattle. There are two feet and a tail for the tripod feet. The body is of a man, head of an alligator.
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Alligator Effigy Vessel

Maker unknown

1000–1300

Artwork Information

  • Title:

    Alligator Effigy Vessel

  • Artist:

    Maker unknown

  • Artist Bio:

    Pre-Columbian, Costa Rica, Guanacaste-Nicoya

  • Date:

    1000–1300

  • Medium:

    Terra cotta, incised

  • Dimensions:

    10 1/2 x 5 3/4 x 6 inches

  • Credit Line:

    Wichita Art Museum, Gift of S.O. Bud and Louise Beren

  • Object Number:

    2019.22.12

  • Display:

    Not Currently on Display