Plaque
Artist/Maker
Maya (archaeological culture)
Mesoamerica
Dateca. 600-900
CultureMaya
Mediumjade
DimensionsOverall: 1 1/8 x 2 3/8 x 5/8 in. (2.9 x 6 x 1.6 cm)
ClassificationsCostumes and Accessories
Credit LineGift of Dr. and Mrs. David Light
Terms
Object number86.0190
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DescriptionThis lovely jade plaque shows the profile of a warrior wearing an elaborate headdress in the form of a feathered serpent. Small jade jewels such as this were worn by high ranking members of Maya society to indicate their royal status.- Art of the Ancient Americas
