Tripod Vessel with Date Glyph, 15th–early 16th century

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Tripod Vessel with Date Glyph, 15th–early 16th century, Mexico, Mesoamerica, Aztec, Ceramic, H. 14 1/8 x Diam. 16 in. ( x cm), Ceramics-Containers, The hourglass shape of this sizable vessel is reminiscent of the form of ceremonial braziers that were closely linked to the religious architecture in the Aztec capital Tenochtitlan. The thick-walled, heavy vessel is supported by three hollow, bulbous feet containing clappers, which produced sounds when the vessel was moved

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Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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