Maya Civilization Used Jade And Obsidian For Art
Archaeological and museum studies indicate the Maya preferred using jade and obsidian for artistic creations. Jade was used to symbolize life and vitality, while obsidian represented products of lightning and connections to celestial deities. The Maya civilization reached its peak during the Classic period between 200 AD and 900 AD.
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CNR Economic Voice
“從現在的考古學和博物館學來看來 呃 馬雅人最喜歡用的是綠玉 還有像黑曜石這個材質來做藝術品”
CNR Economic Voice
“馬雅人最喜歡用的是綠玉 還有像黑曜石這個材質來做藝術品。他們基本上見不到用水晶來做藝術品。”
CNR Economic Voice
“from the perspective of current archaeology and museology, the Maya most liked to use jade and obsidian as materials to make artworks.”
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