Images for The Ancient Maya, 6th Edition

The Ancient Maya, 6th Edition
Robert J. Sharer with Loa P. Traxler
  • The image shows two jade artifacts - a lidded jar and a figurative sculpture. The figures are carved with intricate geometric patterns in the distinctive green hue of jade. The artifacts exhibit the material's natural markings and textures.Opens a dialog of this image.
    Image 1: Tikal Jade Vessels. Photograph by William R. Coe; courtesy of the Tikal Project, University of Pennsylvania Museum (Note this appears as Plate 1a in TAM 6th ed)
  • A group of people explore and work on the excavation of ancient ruins surrounded by dense jungle. The stone structures are overgrown with vegetation.Opens a dialog of this image.
    Image 3a: Palenque Palace. After Maudslay 1889-1902 Vol II (public domain)
  • The image shows an archaeological site with a partially excavated stone wall structure in the background. In the foreground, there is a wooden scaffold-like structure, likely used by archaeologists or researchers to assist in the ongoing excavation and study of this historic site.Opens a dialog of this image.
    Image 3b: Copan Acropolis. Photograph by Robert J. Sharer; courtesy of the Early Copan Acropolis Program, University of Pennsylvania Museum
  • An ancient Mayan stela featuring detailed carvings of a human figure adorned with elaborate headdress and attire on one side, and hieroglyphic inscriptions on the other, set against a forested backdrop.Opens a dialog of this image.
    Image 4: Copan Stela A. Photograph by Loa P. Traxler; courtesy of the Early Copan Acropolis Program, University of Pennsylvania Museum
  • An intricate stone carving featuring ancient symbols and patterns adorns a weathered surface. The detailed artwork includes swirling designs and geometric shapes including facial features..Opens a dialog of this image.
    Image 5: Copan Facade. Photograph by David W. Sedat; courtesy of the Early Copan Acropolis Program, University of Pennsylvania Museum (Note this appears as Plate 5b in TAM 6th ed)
  • Stone carving of a Mayan figure wearing an elaborate headdress, blowing out swirling patterns. The figure's attire and intricate details indicate its cultural significance.Opens a dialog of this image.
    Image 6: Seibal Stela. Photograph by Jeremy A. Sabloff, Seibal Project (Note this appears as Fig. 9.3 in TAM 6th ed)

Note that Images 3a, 3b, & 4 were not used in the book.

Back to Excerpts + more