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Dance wand/baton

Object Details

Collection History
Collection history unknown; formerly in the collection of J. Ortega (possibly an Indian trader in New Mexico); purchased by George Heye from J. Ortega in 1917.
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Data Source
National Museum of the American Indian
Culture/People
possibly Chimayo (attributed)
Previous owner
J. Ortega, Non-Indian
Seller
J. Ortega, Non-Indian
Object Name
Dance wand/baton
Media/Materials
Wood
Techniques
Painted
Object Type
Ceremonial/Ritual items
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