The eyes and ears may have been filled with incrustation of precious metals or stones. The ears coul
The eyes and ears may have been filled with incrustation of precious metals or stones. The ears could also have worn earflares, like those the skeleton wears on the other side of this sculpture. The depression at the navel would likely have been used for ritual offerings. Have a question on your next visit at the Museum? Download our#askbkm app and ask away.Have a question on your next visit at the Museum? Download our ASK app and ask away.Huastec. Life-Death Figure, 900-1250. Sandstone, traces of pigment. Brooklyn Museum -- source link
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