Amulet

NameAmulet

Artist Artist not recorded

Date1979

Place madeLa Paz, La Paz, Bolivia, South America

MediumMetal (lead)

Dimensionsoverall: 7.7 CM DIAM.

Credit LineIFAF Collection

Object numberFA.1980.26.56X

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Andean Folk Art

DescriptionCast base metal: round amulet consists of an inner and outer circle of small figures including trees, animals, hearts, keys, humans and others; in center is a larger star-shaped form.$5 ea. Purch. from herb vendor at Arequipa indoor market