Breast Ornament

Artist:Mapuche

Medium: Silver

Geograhical Locations:

• Chile

Dates:18th–19th century

Dimensions: 9 3/4 x 2 15/16 in. (24.8 x 7.5 cm)

Collections:

• Decorative Arts and Design

Museum Location: Luce Visible Storage and Study Center, 5th Floor

Accession Number: 48.206.40

Catalogue Description:
Breast ornament or "siküll" (Mapuche) in the form of a cross that is worn on the side of the chest.

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