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Jade votive axe. Olmec, 1200-400 BCE. The object combines characteristics of the caiman and the jaguar, the most powerful predators of the tropical lowlands. The V-shaped cleft in the head signals its power to penetrate the underworld. Inv. Am,St.536.
Location
British Museum/London/Great Britain
Unique Identifier
ART307739
Type
Image
Purpose
Public
Size
3000px × 4278px
Photo Credit
© The Trustees of the British Museum / Art Resource, NY
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Axe
Caiman
Eagle
Face
Jade
Jaguar
Olmec (1200-600 BCE)
Precious Stone
Ritual Object
Underworld
Votive