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Palenque Head
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- Item #: PH-039
- Condition: New
This piece is handcrafted from obsidian with turquoise inlay. History: The original is one of the most famous sculptures found as a part an offering in a crypt at Palenque (the Temple of the Inscriptions) in the Mexican state of Chiapas. The stone carving is thought to be a depiction of an important personage buried there. Artists use the distinctive headdress and overall look to create different versions on this theme.
- Weight: 14 lbs.
- Height: 13" (base 3")
