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The Principle Palace. A Diagonal view of the central edifice which separates the Eastern and Western courts
The Principle Palace. A Diagonal view of the central edifice which separates the Eastern and Western courts
Object Number 2004.29.6483
Display Title The Principle Palace. A Diagonal view of the central edifice which separates the Eastern and Western courts
Descriptions
Object Description Written on board: Mexico, Chiapas, Palenque. Southwest corner. Eastern Court Palace, Palenque, House C. East Facade House E. North do. House B, House E, House C. Maler 4. (verso) Palenque. The Principal Palace. A diagonal view of the central edifice which separates the eastern and western courts. Looking Southwest. T. Maler.
Keywords
  • Archaeological
  • Public Structure
Department Photographic
Date 1898-1900
Artist Teobert Maler
Culture
  • Lowland Maya
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Mexico / Chiapas / <County> / <City> / Palenque
Materials Platinum print adhered to Paperboard
Dimensions Overall: 24.77 x 30.48 cm (9 3/4 x 12 in.)
Credit Line Museum Collection

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