Masked Figure Pendant, 4th–8th century, Costa Rica, Atlantic Watershed, Jadeite, H. 4 1/2 x W. 1 1/2 in. ( x cm), Stone

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Masked Figure Pendant, 4th–8th century, Costa Rica, Atlantic Watershed, Jadeite, H. 4 1/2 x W. 1 1/2 in. ( x cm), Stone-Ornaments, Excavations in Costa Rica have revealed that jade objects worn in life were consistently placed as offerings in burials; in some instances, they were found on the neck of the deceased. This standing masked figure with bent knees has arms raised to chest level, holding something between his hands or simply resting them on his plump abdomen

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Size: 3057px × 4697px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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