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Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
Bead
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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Bead

Artist/Maker (Mesoamerica)
Dateca. 600-900
Mediumjade
DimensionsOverall: 5/8 x 3/4 x 3/4 in. (1.6 x 1.9 x 1.9 cm)
ClassificationsCostumes and Accessories
Credit LineGift of Dr. and Mrs. David Light
Terms
    Object number83.0027
    DescriptionJade beads were often carved in the form of animals that held particular significance to Maya society. This bead depicts a monkey, an animal revered for its intelligence and cunning.
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    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Maya (archaeological culture)
    ca. 600-900
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Maya (archaeological culture)
    ca. 900-1100
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Artist Unknown
    ca. 300-800
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Maya (archaeological culture)
    ca. 600-900
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Maya (archaeological culture)
    ca. 600-900
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Maya (archaeological culture)
    ca. 600-900
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Maya (archaeological culture)
    ca. 600-900
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Maya (archaeological culture)
    ca. 600-900
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Maya (archaeological culture)
    ca. 600-900
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Maya (archaeological culture)
    ca. 600-900
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Maya (archaeological culture)
    ca. 600-900
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Maya (archaeological culture)
    ca. 600-900