Parque Nacional del Este, Dominican Republic
Artifact Inventory
Cohoba Vessel
PNE-01-A-0224
Design:The wooden bowl appears to be complete
with rough edges around the upper portion. It is triangular in shape with
thick sides.
Size:Approximately 13cm wide.
Condition: Fully intact, but rough in
design.
Wood Type: Pending
Collection Date: November 5 1997
Illustration:
Comments:Taino ceremonies included the burning
of Cohoba in vessels of this type. The smoke, then inhaled by the
Cacique, induced a trance-like state.
Significant Artifact Interpretation
Last updated: 24 February 1998
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Comments: Underwater Science Program
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