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Diaporama37c Mississippian Effigy stamp
United States Postal Service (? – ?)
The United States Postal Service is an iconic American institution celebrated for its commitment to delivering connection and communication nationwide; discover the history behind this essential service and its cultural impact.
Smithsonian's National Postal Museum (Washington, D.C., United States of America)
Located in Washington D.C., the Smithsonian's National Postal Museum offers an immersive journey through postal history with its iconic stamp collections and vintage vehicles, inviting you to explore our shared heritage.
This sandstone male effigy is an outstanding example of the art of the late Mississippian culture (A.D. 1300-1550) in Tennessee. A strikingly naturalistic portrait, the statue provides a valuable glimpse into a complex prehistoric society. It was found with a female figurine that was carved in less detail; together they may represent the ancestors of a founding lineage.Fronk H. McClung MuseumThe University of Tennessee, KnoxvilleScott Catalogue USA: 3873funusedCopyright United States Postal Service. All rights reserved.Museum ID: 2005.2003.111.6
About this artwork
- Title: 37c Mississippian Effigy stamp
- Artist: United States Postal Service
- Year: 2004
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: Smithsonian's National Postal Museum
- Color palette: Earthy
- Color intensity: Monochromatic
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