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Detailed Rubbing of Classic Mayan Stela
科罗拉多
2016年01月29日 开拍
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Central America, Nicaragua, rubbing of original Classic period Mayan artwork, ca. 1970s CE. The incredibly detailed artwork of the stela has been captured very well by this chalk rubbing, which was acquired in Nicaragua in 1978. Mayan stelae are tall stones sculpted in low relief. During the Classic Period, ca. 250 to 900 CE, every major city in the Maya world raised stelae in their ceremonial centers. They often depict lavishly dressed standing male figures accompanied by secondary figures like other humans, animals, gods, and magical beings. The stela here is probably a depiction of Chaac, the Mayan rain deity and patron of agriculture. He is wearing a belt, pectoral, and feathered headdress. Within his body are numerous other small details -- human figures, hands, skulls, and hundreds of glyphs. These glyphs may tell historical dates, the names of nobles, or the history of the city where the stela once stood. Mayan stelae are heavily protected by anti-smuggling laws, so this chalk rubbing is an excellent way to display something in your home that you would not otherwise be able to! Size: 82" x 47".

Provenance: Ex-private W. Matsuda collection, Washington, acquired in Nicaragua in 1978.

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The rubbing is very clear with minimal chalk smearing; there are fold marks in the fabric but otherwise no damage; the edges are taped.

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