Maya polychrome cylinder vessel, Late Classic, ca. A.D. 550-950

painted with six figures in a procession, the main confronted figures with the warrior on the left with a feathered shield attached to his arm, and elaborate belt and plumed turban, pointing towards the figure holding a trophy-head on his back, the figure looking backwards at the procession of four figures, two carrying offering vessels and bundles, and two others with tall staffs, each figure with blackened body, a band of glyphs encircling the rim. 

Acquired over 20 years ago

Overall very good, only minor pressure cracks in 2 places, nice remains of original encrustation overall.
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Cf. mayavase.com, K2342 and K 5027, for scenes of warriors with trophy heads.