Jaina Island was used for the burial of the Maya elite. This figure is typical of the pottery which is found in abundance there. Known as the Jaina style, these figures have naturalistic appearance and delicate features.
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Title: Standing Figure
Creator: Maya
Date Created: 550-950 CE
Location Created: Maya
Provenance: Retha Bloodworth Collection
Subject Keywords: Ancient America
Type: Figurine
Rights: Museo de las Americas
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