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MAYA NECKLACE WITH WINGED JADE PENDANT
Maya Necklace with Winged Jade Pendant
Culture: Maya Civilization
Date: c. 600–900 CE (Late Classic Period)
Materials: Carved jadeite, metal (gilded metal), metal chain
Dimensions: Pendant height approx. 10–12 cm; wingspan approx. 16-20 cm
Ceremonial necklace featuring a central carved jadeite pendant depicting a stylized human or deity figure. The face is rendered with drilled eyes, a squared jawline, and incised details suggesting a headdress or cranial adornment. The body below is simplified into geometric sections, a hallmark of Classic Maya lapidary style.
Flanking the central jade carving are two finely cast metal wings, each composed of layered feather motifs with subtle texturing, extending outward to form a dramatic, symmetrical composition. The wings are attached to a sturdy metal chain, indicating the piece was intended to be worn prominently across the chest.
Provenance:
Likely from the Maya lowlands, in present-day Guatemala or southern Mexico.
Maya Necklace with Winged Jade Pendant
Culture: Maya Civilization
Date: c. 600–900 CE (Late Classic Period)
Materials: Carved jadeite, metal (gilded metal), metal chain
Dimensions: Pendant height approx. 10–12 cm; wingspan approx. 16-20 cm
Ceremonial necklace featuring a central carved jadeite pendant depicting a stylized human or deity figure. The face is rendered with drilled eyes, a squared jawline, and incised details suggesting a headdress or cranial adornment. The body below is simplified into geometric sections, a hallmark of Classic Maya lapidary style.
Flanking the central jade carving are two finely cast metal wings, each composed of layered feather motifs with subtle texturing, extending outward to form a dramatic, symmetrical composition. The wings are attached to a sturdy metal chain, indicating the piece was intended to be worn prominently across the chest.
Provenance:
Likely from the Maya lowlands, in present-day Guatemala or southern Mexico.
