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Lobster Pendant, c. 1000-1500 (cast gold)
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Lobster Pendant, c. 1000-1500 (cast gold)
XOS5870806 Lobster Pendant, c. 1000-1500 (cast gold) by Mesoamerican; 8.3x5.8 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Costa Rica, DiquAis region, 11th-16th century
Among the pendants shown here are a crustacean (1943.290), an animal-headed figure (1948.18), and two pendants featuring birds (1951.442 and 1946.223). The latter were dubbed aguilas (eagles) by Christopher Columbus, who saw natives wearing them as necklace ornaments. Modern researchers are not as sure of the species shown, but some believe that they are birds of prey because talons and beaks are prominent and often clutch something, in one example here a small, disembodied head that holds a clapper. In both examples, two tufts in the form of crocodiles in profile flank the birdsA heads.); Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; out of copyright
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This print showcases a remarkable Lobster Pendant, crafted between the years 1000-1500 in Mesoamerica. Made from cast gold, this extraordinary piece measures 8.3x5.8 cm and is currently housed at the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, USA. The pendant is part of a collection that includes various other fascinating ornaments such as an animal-headed figure and two bird pendants. These avian pendants were referred to as "aguilas" (eagles) by Christopher Columbus when he encountered native people wearing them as necklace adornments during his explorations. While modern researchers are uncertain about the exact species depicted on these pendants, some speculate that they may represent birds of prey due to their prominent talons and beaks often clutching objects. One particular example even features a small disembodied head holding a clapper. Flanking both bird pendants are two tufts resembling crocodiles in profile, adding an intriguing element to these ancient treasures. This photograph not only captures the intricate details of this Lobster Pendant but also offers us a glimpse into the rich artistic heritage of Costa Rica's Diquis region during the 11th-16th century. The craftsmanship exhibited in this piece exemplifies the mastery of metalwork and serves as a testament to the skill and creativity of ancient civilizations.
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