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Maya Cylinder vessel with king beginning the dance of the Maize God (c. 600–900 CE)

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Artist
Maya
Title
Cylinder vessel with king beginning the dance of the Maize God
Date
c. 600–900 CE
Tags
Sculpture
Medium
Ceramic with orange, red, white, and black slip paints
Dimensions
7 1/2 x 5 3/4 inches (19.1 x 14.6 cm)base: 5 inches (12.7 cm)
Accession Number
1978.41.1
Credit Line
Gift of Dr. and Mrs. H. A. Ferrari

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