01 Photograph Gallery

02 Object Information

Description

Zoomorphic stone tenon or column featuring the image of a primate (spider monkey) on top. The figure is seated on a bench and has a large and round belly upon which it rests its arms. The tenon or column is long with straight edges.

* This sculptural style is found from the Pacific Coast of Guatemala to Kaminaljuyú in the central highlands.

Period

CLASSIC (150/200 A.D.-900 A.D.)

Provenance

Pacific Coast of Guatemala

Medium / Material

Basalt stone

Technique

Carved, percussion, Worked

Dimensions

Minimum height: 172 cm
Maximum height: 243 cm
Width: 28 cm
Width at shoulders: 33 cm

03 References and Exhibitions

References to similar objects

Several examples at the Popol Vuh Museum (UFM) and the Miraflores Museum.

Exhibitions

1. On long-term loan to the Casa Santo Domingo Archaeological Museum, Antigua Guatemala, from January 5, 2010, to October 24, 2017.

2. Currently on long-term loan to the Santo Domingo del Cerro Cultural Center, Antigua Guatemala, since October 25, 2017 (garden area).

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