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Spindle Whorl

Cleveland Museum of Art

Round, flat, light brown object with a hole in the center. The object is made of stone or ceramic material. It has a raised design featuring various shapes, including circles, spirals, and lines. The design is symmetrical, with similar patterns on either side of the central hole. The object appears to be a spindle whorl, which is a type of tool used for spinning yarn.

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900 × 863 px
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