![A jar with the two feet and tail as the tripod foot of the jar. The middle of the jar has projecting arms and hands, the neck of the jar has a projecting nose of the animal. The nose and around the eyes has a decorative rim with holes, over a mouth with teeth and fangs.](https://wam.org//wp-content/uploads/2020/12/2019.22.10-800x1199.jpg)
Alligator Effigy Jar
Maker unknown
800–1200
Artwork Information
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Title:
Alligator Effigy Jar
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Artist:
Maker unknown
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Artist Bio:
Pre-Columbian, Costa Rica, Guanecaste-Nicoya
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Date:
800–1200
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Medium:
Terra cotta
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Dimensions:
8 3/8 x 5 3/4 x 6 inches
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Credit Line:
Wichita Art Museum, Gift of S.O. Bud and Louise Beren
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Object Number:
2019.22.10
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Display:
Not Currently on Display