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Kerr Number:  2025
Vase Type:  Polychrome
Figure Count:  7
Height:  20.5 cm
Diameter:  9.2 cm
Circumference:  31.5 cm
MS Number:  0
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School:  Pinkglyp
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Site:  IK
Comments:  The scene may show the execution or capture of a ruler. The man being threatened by the spear is also being shown a mirror. Since only rulers are shown this type of mirror, he may be awarded an honor on his death.  
Iconographic Elements:  Emblem glyph, Inscription - other text, Mirror, Prisoners or captives, Ruler, king, cacique, governor, potentate, Sacrifice, Xray, cutaway costumes and masks

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Photograph by Justin Kerr
Added 1998-01-19

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