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This poporo represents a seated female figure with her clenched fists on her knees. As with other human figures in the Quimbaya metalwork style, the slender waist contrasts with the disproportionately broad shoulders.  
 
   
 
Poporo (lime container)
Tumbaga
0 - A.D. 600
Pueblorrico, Risaralda
24 x 11,8 x 7,2 cm
   
 
    
 

 

 
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