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Warrior Figurine with Shield | musefully
Warrior Figurine with Shield, 600–900. molded and modeled pottery with traces of pigment, Overall: 17.3 x 9.2 x 7.9 cm (6 13/16 x 3 5/8 x 3 1/8 in.). Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. Gruener, 1990.178. CC0.
Warrior Figurine with Shield
600–900
Maker Unknown
Art of the Americas
Warrior Figurine with Shield, 600–900. Mexico, Classic Maya, Jaina style. Molded and modeled pottery with traces of pigment; overall: 17.3 x 9.2 x 7.9 cm (6 13/16 x 3 5/8 x 3 1/8 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. Gruener 1990.178 Maya figurines portray a wide range of human, animals, and supernatural beings. This example represents a kneeling warrior who holds a rectangular shield and wears elaborate ornaments, including huge ear spools. The expressive, delicate head was made in a mold; the body was hand modeled. Elaborate facial tattoos and a bivalve pendent identify this warrior as a sajal, a second-tier noble.