Spindle Whorl
CultureManteno
OriginManabi, Ecuador
PeriodIntegration Period (500-1550)
Date850-1500
MediumEarthenware, white slip, and hand-built.
DimensionsOverall: 1.1 x 1.5 cm (7/16 x 9/16 in.)
DescriptionEcuador/Manteno Phase spindle whorls strung on string, Manabi, Guayas Coast, Integration Phase. They are incised with designs on the spindle whorls of birds and animals.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.237
Classifications
Ancient AmericasSub-classification
AndeanCollections
Status
On viewArtist / Maker: Unknown Artist
100-700
Object number: G83.1.166