Exploring the Early Americas

The Jay I. Kislak Collection

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These matching monumental incense burners were found together at the entrance to a tomb. Both vessels have warrior images on the front, but the base color of the kilts worn by the warriors differs: one is red, the other blue. The warrior figures hold spear throwers and circular shields.
These matching monumental incense burners were found together at the entrance to a tomb. Both vessels have warrior images on the front, but the base color of the kilts worn by the warriors differs: one is red, the other blue. The warrior figures hold spear throwers and circular shields.