Basalt Trophy Head, 100 CE - 500 CE
Basalt
14.6 x 14.6 x 14.6 cm
5 3/4 x 5 3/4 x 5 3/4 in
5 3/4 x 5 3/4 x 5 3/4 in
PF.2729
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Agricultural fertility was one of the most important cults of the Meso-Americans. Human heads were considered the 'fruit' of human life and were offered the deities. Trophy heads were taken...
Agricultural fertility was one of the most important cults of the Meso-Americans. Human heads were considered the 'fruit' of human life and were offered the deities. Trophy heads were taken in battle or from prisoners who had been captured and slaughtered. The wide angular chiseled face of this warrior distinguishes him. He seems to rest peacefully as he is no longer of the corporal world.
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