DepartmentLatin America
Amulet
NameAmulet
Artist
Artist Not Recorded
Date1979
Place madeAyacucho, Ayacucho, Peru, South America
Mediumglass, metal
DimensionsOverall: 2 9/16 in. (6.5 cm)
Credit LineIFAF Collection
Object numberFA.1980.26.85
DescriptionGlass hypodermic bottle with metal top with rubber center, filled with fluid and multicolored objects such as a female figure, colored stones, cactus needles, metal cross with Christ, and beans.Purchased in Huanayo Market herbalist's booth, 1/1980.early-mid-20th century
1364-1555
Late 18th - early 19th century