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Shell with Seated Noble
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This plaque, perhaps meant to be held in the hand for close viewing, is delicately incised with a ruler who leans toward a serpent-headed conch shell at the lower left. The lord, who smokes a cigar, is simply dressed in a loincloth; a band of body paint or tattoos appears on his chest.
| Artist / Maker | Mexico or Central America, Maya |
|---|---|
| Date | 600–900 |
| Culture / Origin | Mexico or Central America, Maya |
| Medium | conch shell |
| Dimensions | Overall: 16.6 x 7.9 x 3.5 cm (6 9/16 x 3 1/8 x 1 3/8 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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