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Clay piece from an ancient ruin of Southern Mexico representing the ancient Mexican idea of an eclipse
Clay piece from an ancient ruin of Southern Mexico representing the ancient Mexican idea of an eclipse
Object Number 2004.29.6422
Display Title Clay piece from an ancient ruin of Southern Mexico representing the ancient Mexican idea of an eclipse
Descriptions
Object Description Written on board: Mexico (Southern Mexico) Photographs of two pieces from the ancient ruins of Southern Mexico. Of baked clay, 30 inches square & 5 inches thick, with portions of the original blue, red and yellow colors still adhering. They are in alto-relievo, and represent the ancient Mexican idea of an eclipse, viz: an eagle devouring the sun. The five circles represent the date. Owned by Frank Boston, Apt. 291. Mexico City, Mex. Price $600. November 1892.
Keywords
  • Ritual
  • Sculpture General
  • Archaeological
Department Photographic
Date pre 1892
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Mexico
Additional Geographic Terms Southern
Materials Gelatin silver print adhered to Paperboard
Dimensions Overall: 10.16 x 12.7 cm (4 x 5 in.)

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Clay piece from an ancient ruin of Southern Mexico representing the ancient Mexican idea of an eclipse
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Clay piece from an anient ruin of Southern Mexico. 30 inches square and 5 inches thick, with portions of the original blue, red and yellow colors still adhering. They are in alto-relievo and represent the ancient Mexican idea of an eclipse, viz: an eagle devouring the sun. The five circles represent the date.
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Clay piece from an anient ruin of Southern Mexico. 30 inches square and 5 inches thick, with portions of the original blue, red and yellow colors still adhering. They are in alto-relievo and represent the ancient Mexican idea of an eclipse, viz: an eagle devouring the sun. The five circles represent the date.
2004.24.33116 Clay piece from an anient ruin of Southern Mexico. 30 inches square and 5 inches thick, with portions of the original blue, red and yellow colors still adhering. They are in alto-relievo and represent the ancient Mexican idea of an eclipse, viz: an eagle devouring the sun. The five circles represent the date.
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