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Catalog Number

CAS 0227-0954   CAS 0227-0954; Stone carving fragment (human head?)
Category Carvings
Object Name Stone carving fragment (human head?)
Culture Maya
Global Region Mexico & Central America
Country Guatemala
State/Prov./Dist. Huehuetenango
County
Other Geographic Data Site: Pichikil [Pichiquil]
Maker's Name Unknown
Date of Manufacture
Collection Name Elgueta Collection (Mayan)
Materials Jadeite, probably
Description Figurine fragment, appears to be of human head; Only lower half of head is present; Mouth is distended and open slightly; Nose and forehead are missing; Green-gray.
Dimensions (cm) Height = 5.0, Width = 4.5, Length = 4.3