Much of Mayan art was dedicated to the glorification of their great kings, priests, gods and to their remarkable concept of time. In the artistic expression of the Myriad aspects of this complex culture, the Mayan craftsmen excelled in the ability to fit design, form and function in such a way as to employ each component to its maximum, while at the same time achieving an integrated aesthetic unity. This magnificent polychrome cylinder vase is an extraordinary example of this artistry. The vessel's painted surface reveals the Mayan adeptness at brushwork as well.
In this stunning vase we see the characteristic spontaneity and calligraphic quality of Mayan art, rendered in the mural manner, a linear style that befits the smooth vertical surface of the vase. One that communicates powerfully with the modern world, while at the same time transmitting eloquently the life of the Ancient Maya in fascinating detail.