ritual object in ax head form

ritual object in ax head form
ritual object in ax head form
Image Rights & Reproductions Requirements
Culture
Olmec culture
Creation date
Materials
jade
Dimensions
4 3/4 x 1 1/2 x 3/4 in.
Currently On View
Location
Native Art of the Americas Gallery
Credit line
Gift of Bonnie and David Ross
Accession number
2003.174
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Ritual objects of jade were used during ceremonies, placed on altars and carried as personal objects.

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