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State Chiapas, México Museo Alberto Ruz Lhuillier: Incense burner stand Late Classic (600-900 AD) 700-800 AD |
Comments: With his evocative face, intent gaze, carefully finished ears and mustache, this figure portrays a particular lord, probably one of the leaders of the lineage of Complex C. The pectoral on his chest depicts a Maya god. An artist added precious blue paint after firing. |
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