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Cylindrical Vessel with Palace Scene
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The scene here may commemorate a special event in the life of a Maya ruler, who stands on a stairway before his throne, his legs framed by a litter on the ground. His gesture and the jaguar pelt at the waist visually unify him with his attendants. The ruler perhaps used the vessel as a drinking cup on important occasions; fine ceramics also served as gifts and as offerings in tombs.
| Artist / Maker | Mexico or Central America, Maya |
|---|---|
| Date | 600–900 |
| Culture / Origin | Mexico or Central America, Maya |
| Medium | earthenware with colored slips |
| Dimensions | Diameter: 19 x 11.3 cm (7 1/2 x 4 7/16 in.); Overall: 19.1 cm (7 1/2 in.) |
| Department | Art of the Americas |
| Type | Ceramic |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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