Vessel | Vase
Artist
Unknown
CulturePre-Columbian | Maya
Date550-800 A.D.
MediumCeramic | Polychrome
DimensionsOverall: 6 1/2 x 4 3/4 in. (16.5 x 12.1 cm)
Credit LineGift of Dr. & Mrs. Leroy J. Pearlman
Object number85.139.7
DescriptionMaya polychromed cylindrical vessel. Ceramic with red and black paint on an orange ground. Cylindrical vase with a polychromed design. Upper band contains glyphic inscription. Belly of the vessel contains repeated images of a head with elaborate headdress, ear and nose ornaments.
