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MAYA NECKLACE WITH JADE MASK AND ANTHROPOMORPHIC FIGURES
Maya Necklace with Jade Mask and Anthropomorphic Figures
Culture: Maya Civilization
Date: c. 600–900 CE (Late Classic Period)
Materials: Carved jadeite, metal (gilded metal), metal chain
Dimensions: Pendant approx. 5–6 cm; 9 cm width chain length variable
Necklace showing a central jadeite mask carved in a stylized human form, with geometric facial features, drilled eyes, and incised mouth. The carving exhibits the green hue and subtle mottling characteristic of jadeite valued in Maya culture. The mask is mounted in a simple metal frame and flanked by two cast metal anthropomorphic figures in full ceremonial attire. Each figure wears a headdress, earspools, and layered garments, with one hand resting on the chest in a gesture of authority.
The figures are attached directly to the central mask, forming a symmetrical pendant suspended from a simple oval-link chain. The juxtaposition of jade carving and detailed metal work demonstrates both the lapidary skill and the metallurgical craftsmanship of the piece.
Provenance:
Likely from the Maya lowlands, present-day Guatemala, Belize, or southern Mexico.
Maya Necklace with Jade Mask and Anthropomorphic Figures
Culture: Maya Civilization
Date: c. 600–900 CE (Late Classic Period)
Materials: Carved jadeite, metal (gilded metal), metal chain
Dimensions: Pendant approx. 5–6 cm; 9 cm width chain length variable
Necklace showing a central jadeite mask carved in a stylized human form, with geometric facial features, drilled eyes, and incised mouth. The carving exhibits the green hue and subtle mottling characteristic of jadeite valued in Maya culture. The mask is mounted in a simple metal frame and flanked by two cast metal anthropomorphic figures in full ceremonial attire. Each figure wears a headdress, earspools, and layered garments, with one hand resting on the chest in a gesture of authority.
The figures are attached directly to the central mask, forming a symmetrical pendant suspended from a simple oval-link chain. The juxtaposition of jade carving and detailed metal work demonstrates both the lapidary skill and the metallurgical craftsmanship of the piece.
Provenance:
Likely from the Maya lowlands, present-day Guatemala, Belize, or southern Mexico.
