K�inich Janaab� Pakal I (Great-Sun-Shield), King of Palenque, depicted on an incense burner

Institution

The Israel Museum, Jerusalem

Object description:

King Pakal is most renowned for his longevity � after acceding to the throne at the age of 12, he ruled for 68 years � and for the extraordinary crypt, sarcophagus, and pyramid that were created for his interment. Part of his glyphic name can be seen molded in the clay alongside this full-figure portrait. King Pakal holds a scepter and wears a bird mask and headdress of quetzal feathers. The artist depicted the accentuated cranial shaping and royal cut of the hair, as well as the jade diadem, earspools, and pectoral.

Object/Work type:

incense burners

Cultural Heritage type:

Tools and Equipment (hierarchy name)

Location:

Jerusalem - Israel

Object measurements:

H: 86; W: 44; D: 18 cm

Production

Date: 615�683 CE

Material/Technique: Clay and pigment

Resource

Rights Type:  

Record

Source: The Israel Museum, Jerusalem

Identifier: 202856