New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.

Incised Armband

Artist Unknown

DatePost Classic Period

MediumConch shell

DimensionsOverall: 5 1/2 in. (14 cm)

ClassificationsLatin American

Credit LineGift of Jack Tanzer

Object number76.23.24

Terms

Quetzlcoatl
Gods
Huaxtec

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DescriptionConch shell armband. Huaxtec incised figure with bird on head. Figure probably Quetzlcoatl (feathered serpent culture hero, probably originated with Huaxteca). Object of inter-tribal trade.

Label TextIncised Armband Huaxtec, Veracruz, Mexico Post Classic Period Conch shell Gift of Jack Tanzer Approved By: LBF Approval Date: 10/23/2006