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Figurine with Back Rack
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Maya figurines—made by hand, with molds, or sometimes a combination of the two techniques—represent a wide range of human, animals, and supernatural beings. This example is a male with an enormous backrack, an article of ceremonial attire worn by dancers and other courtly personnel. Figurines have been found in tombs and offerings but also in household contexts.
| Artist / Maker | Mexico, Maya, Jaina style |
|---|---|
| Date | 300–900 CE |
| Culture / Origin | Mexico, Maya, Jaina style |
| Medium | molded and modeled pottery with traces of pigment |
| Dimensions | Overall: 23.2 x 10.6 x 7.5 cm (9 1/8 x 4 3/16 x 2 15/16 in.) |
| Department | Art of the Americas |
| Type | Sculpture |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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