Decorated Gourd Item Number: 2738/3 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Large round gourd, slightly conical at top, with concave area at base and side, has black and brown stained engraving covering most of surface and dried seeds inside that rattle. Facing towards and encircling a flower at the centre of the upper area, are numerous winged insects. The lower portion has been divided into four bordered areas, each with a depiction of village festivity, such as a bull fight and religious celebration, with musicians, dancing and food.
Item History
- Made in Huancayo, Junin, Peru
- Owned by Blanca Muratorio and Ricardo Muratorio before May 1, 2009
- Received from Blanca Muratorio (Donor) and Ricardo Muratorio (Donor) on May 1, 2009
What
- Name
- Decorated Gourd
- Identification Number
- 2738/3
- Type of Item
- gourd
- Material
- gourd fruit and stain
- Overall
- height 26.5 cm, diameter 20.5 cm
Who
- Culture
- Peruvian
- Previous Owner
- Blanca Muratorio and Ricardo Muratorio
- Received from
- Blanca Muratorio (Donor) and Ricardo Muratorio (Donor)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- Huancayo, Junin, Peru
When
- Ownership Date
- before May 1, 2009
- Acquisition Date
- on May 1, 2009
Other
- Condition
- good
- Current Location
- Case 89
- Accession Number
- 2738/0003