Vessel, Mythological Scene, 7th–8th century, Guatemala or Mexico, Mesoamerica, Maya, Ceramic, H. 4 1/2 in. (11.5 cm), Ceramics-Containers, This small drinking cup with stepped tripod supports features one of the most masterfully painted, well-preserved mythological scenes found on a Maya vessel. Because of the calligraphic line’s resemblance to that found in the three Maya books known as codices (sing.
Vessel, Mythological Scene, 7th–8th century, Guatemala or Mexico, Mesoamerica, Maya, Ceramic, H. 4 1/2 in. (11.5 cm), Ceramics-Containers, This small drinking cup with stepped tripod supports features one of the most masterfully painted, well-preserved mythological scenes found on a Maya vessel. Because of the calligraphic line’s resemblance to that found in the three Maya books known as codices (sing