Exploring the Early Americas

The Jay I. Kislak Collection

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Shell Cup with Incised Hieroglylphs

Shell Cup with Incised Hieroglylphs (028.00.00)

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A Maya craftsman of great skill and patience worked on this shell to cut out the internal structure, polish edges, and engrave intricate hieroglyphs.
A Maya craftsman of great skill and patience worked on this shell to cut out the internal structure, polish edges, and engrave intricate hieroglyphs.