Photo of collection object Ear Ornament
Ear Ornament, c. 600–900. carved shell, Overall: 3.8 x 2.3 cm (1 1/2 x 7/8 in.). In memory of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Humphreys, gift of their daughter Helen, 1948.16.1. CC0.

Ear Ornament

c. 600–900

Maker Unknown

Art of the Americas

Ear Ornament, c. 600–900. Mexico or Central America, Maya, 7th-10th century. Carved shell; overall: 3.8 x 2.3 cm (1 1/2 x 7/8 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, In memory of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Humphreys, gift of their daughter Helen 1948.16.1
Maker/Artist
Maker Unknown
Classification
Jewelry
Formatted Medium
carved shell
Medium
carved, shell
Dimensions
Overall: 3.8 x 2.3 cm (1 1/2 x 7/8 in.)
Accession Number
1948.16.1
Credit Line
In memory of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Humphreys, gift of their daughter Helen
Rights Statement
CC0

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