Description

Maya Terra-cotta Bowl

AD 500-900

From Central America

Size is about 5.5 inches wide and weigh about 315 grams.

A Maya bowl is a handmade ceramic vessel created by the ancient Maya civilization. Made from local clay, these bowls were shaped by hand or on a simple wheel and fired in open-air kilns. Many were decorated with painted designs, carved symbols, or raised patterns showing myths, daily life, or royal figures. Some bowls were used in rituals, while others held food and drinks, like cacao.

The style of Maya bowls varied by region and time period, with some featuring bright colors and detailed artwork, while others had simple designs. Wealthy individuals often owned more elaborate bowls, sometimes marked with their names. Many were also placed in tombs as offerings for the afterlife. Today, these bowls help researchers learn more about Maya art, society, and beliefs.

This Maya terra-cotta bowl has a design that was etched into the mold.

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