Goddess Plaque
Unknown Artist
c. 1200–1519
Medium
jadeite
Dimensions
7 × 3.5 cm
Classification
Jade
Department
Art of the Americas
Museum
Cleveland Museum of Art
Credit
John L. Severance Fund
Accession Number
1949.199
Rights
Public Domain
About this artwork
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.