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Uxmal,
State Yucatán, México Nunnery Quadrangle: North Wing Terminal Classic (800-900 AD) 900-910 AD, Ŧ Chaan Chac K'ak'nal Ajaw (890-910 AD) |
Comments: Mosaic masks, laid on the top of the other, several at a time, are typical of architectural sculpture in the Puuc style. Here these towers of masks have reached their greatest perfection. The entire façade of of the north wing is adorned with symbols referring to war. |
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