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A Teotihuacan stone mask, carved with the youthful face of a dignitary, c. 450-650 (stone)
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A Teotihuacan stone mask, carved with the youthful face of a dignitary, c. 450-650 (stone)
1767133 A Teotihuacan stone mask, carved with the youthful face of a dignitary, c.450-650 (stone) by Mayan; 14.5 high cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Teotihuacan stone mask, carved with the youthful face of a dignitary, Classic, ca. A.D. 450-650. 14.5cm. high); Photo eChristies Images; out of copyright
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5th Century 6th Century 7th Century Ancestor Ancestral Ancestry Beginning Beginnings Black Colour Central America Central American Classic Period Decorative Technique Dignitaries Dignitary Expression Faced Faces Facial Facial Expression Facial Feature Fifth Century Funerary Genealogical Genealogy Geneology Human Role Latin America Mask Mayan Mexico Mouth Negative Concept One Object Origin Pre Columbian Art Procreation Seventh Century Single Object Sixth Century Teotihuacan Tribal Art Mortality Positive Concepts Youthful
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This print showcases a Teotihuacan stone mask, skillfully carved with the youthful face of a dignitary. Created between 450-650 AD, this exquisite piece of art stands at 14.5cm high and is currently held in a private collection. The mask represents an important figure from the Classic period, embodying the rich cultural heritage of Central America. The intricate decorative technique used to carve this mask highlights the craftsmanship and attention to detail prevalent during that era. With its striking black color and expressive facial features, it serves as both a funerary object and a symbol of ancestral lineage. As we gaze upon this ancient artifact, we are transported back in time to witness the beginnings of Latin American civilization. The youthfulness captured in the carving signifies not only procreation but also hints at mortality – reminding us that life's end is intertwined with its beginning. The Teotihuacan stone mask offers us insight into human roles within society during this period. It speaks volumes about genealogy, dignity, and power held by these dignitaries who played significant roles within their communities. Through this photograph taken by eChristies Images (out of copyright), we can appreciate the beauty and historical significance of pre-Columbian art while marveling at its enduring legacy across generations.
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