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MAYA PENDANT WITH ANTHROPOMORPHIC FIGURE
Maya Pendant with Anthropomorphic Figure
Culture: Maya Civilization
Date: c. 600–900 CE (Late Classic Period)
Materials: Jade, brass
Dimensions: 9.5 × 7.0 cm
Pendant depicting a human figure carved from jade, rendered in a stylized, almost abstract form. The figure is framed by an oval border with decorative brass fittings, giving the impression of a symbolic enclosure or ceremonial frame. The simple yet expressive facial features and proportionally elongated limbs reflect the Maya’s symbolic rather than naturalistic approach to human representation.
Jade, a material revered by the Maya for its rarity and spiritual significance, was associated with life, fertility, and divine authority. The combination of jade and brass suggests this piece was a prestigious adornment, possibly worn by a noble or priest during ceremonial events.
Provenance:
Likely from the southern Maya lowlands, in present-day Guatemala or Mexico.
Maya Pendant with Anthropomorphic Figure
Culture: Maya Civilization
Date: c. 600–900 CE (Late Classic Period)
Materials: Jade, brass
Dimensions: 9.5 × 7.0 cm
Pendant depicting a human figure carved from jade, rendered in a stylized, almost abstract form. The figure is framed by an oval border with decorative brass fittings, giving the impression of a symbolic enclosure or ceremonial frame. The simple yet expressive facial features and proportionally elongated limbs reflect the Maya’s symbolic rather than naturalistic approach to human representation.
Jade, a material revered by the Maya for its rarity and spiritual significance, was associated with life, fertility, and divine authority. The combination of jade and brass suggests this piece was a prestigious adornment, possibly worn by a noble or priest during ceremonial events.
Provenance:
Likely from the southern Maya lowlands, in present-day Guatemala or Mexico.
