The Cleveland Museum of Art

Collection Online as of April 18, 2024

Goddess Plaque

c. 1200–1519

Central Mexico, Aztec, 13th-16th century

jadeite

Overall: 7 x 3.5 cm (2 3/4 x 1 3/8 in.)

John L. Severance Fund 1949.199

Location: not on view

Description

This pendant portrays Chalchiutlicue (Jade Skirt), a young goddess of water. Identifying insignia are her headband and the large tassels to either side of her face. She wears a huipil (long blouse) and skirt, and is posed kneeling, with her hands placed modestly in her lap. The green jade of which the pendant is carved symbolizes Chalchiutlicue's preciousness.

Brummer Collection
Brummer Collection
The Brummer Gallery Records. Cloisters (Museum), n.d. N4622 libmma.contentdm.oclc.org
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https://www.clevelandart.org/art/1949.199