Tunkul, Slit Drum

2010.01.0223A

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Artifact Identification Tunkul, Slit Drum   (2010.01.0223A)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Communication T&E
  2. :
  3. Musical T&E
  4. :
  5. Musical Instruments
Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period Contemporary
Date 1970-2000
Culture K'iche' Maya

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Length) 48.2 cm
Dimension 2 (Width) 17.0 cm
Dimension 3 (Height) 16.8 cm
Weight 5173 g
Measuring Remarks N/A
Materials Plant--Wood
Manufacturing Processes Carved

Research Remarks

Description Under Review
Published Description N/A
Bibliography Under Review

Artifact History

Credit Line/Dedication Kieffer-Lopez Collection
Reproduction No

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