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Codex-style Cylinder Vessel600–900 CE

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Cylindrical ceramic vessel with cream slip body and russet rim, decorated with bold dark brown painted glyphs, a central mask-like face, and curling scroll motifs

Title: Codex-style Cylinder Vessel
Culture: Maya
Place Made: Guatemala or Mexico, Northern Peten or Southern Campeche
Date Made: 600–900 CE
Medium: Slip-painted ceramic
Dimensions: Diameter: 3 4/5 in. (9.652 cm); 4 x 3 4/5 x 3 4/5 in. (10.16 x 9.652 x 9.652 cm)
Credit Line: Purchased with funds provided by Camilla Chandler Frost
Accession Number: M.2010.115.766
Classification: Ceramics
Collecting Area: Art of the Ancient Americas