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Collections

Snake Ornament900–400 BCE

On view:
Geffen Galleries, Stonework from Mesoamerica and the Caribbean Coast
Polished jade object with a long curved form, upswept tips, two lengthwise grooves, and mottled blue-gray and green stone
Carved jade ornament in a gently curved, elongated arc shape with upturned ends, mottled blue-green stone with polished surface and subtle ridged detailing along the length.
Title
Snake Ornament
Culture
Olmec
Place Made
Mexico
Date Made
900–400 BCE
Medium
Greenstone
Dimensions
4 x 3/4 x 1/2 in. (10.16 x 1.91 x 1.27 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Constance McCormick Fearing
Accession Number
AC1998.209.61
Classification
Stone
Collecting Area
Art of the Ancient Americas