Pendant
Artist/Maker
Maya (archaeological culture)
Mesoamerica
Dateca. 600-900
CultureMaya
Mediumjade
DimensionsOverall: 1 5/8 x 7/8 x 1/4 in. (4.1 x 2.2 x 0.6 cm)
ClassificationsCostumes and Accessories
Credit LineGift of Dr. and Mrs. Allan A. Kaplan
Terms
Object number79.018.010
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DescriptionThis lovely jade pendant is carved in the form of a volute or scroll, which was an important symbol in Maya iconography. It can represent the wind or movement of water, as well as the words and exhalations of important nobles.- Art of the Ancient Americas
