Vegard Balam the Jaguar Ceramic Decorative Vessel Bloomsbury Market
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Description
Fantastic animals from Maya codices cover this finely crafted vessel. It stands on three legs that take the shape of jaguars while a fourth spotted cat snaps and snarls on the vessel itself. 'For ancient peoples in Mesoamerica, one of the most important animals was the 'Balam,' or jaguar. It was a symbol of fertility, power, strength, and dominance. Priests wore capes fashioned from its fur and its coat represented the starry sky,' says master artisan. Bloomsbury Market
