Yax Pasaj Chan Yopaat

Culture: Maya
Period: Clásico Tardío (763 - 810 d.C.)

Piece description

Yax Pasaj Chan Yopaat was one of the most prominent rulers of the ancient Maya city of Copán, Honduras. His name means 'First Dawn of the Sky', reflecting his connection to Maya mythology and the cosmic order. He ascended the throne in 763 AD as the sixteenth king of Copán and ruled during a period of cultural and architectural resurgence after a stage of decline.

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The Maya formed a highly stratified society; this social hierarchy can be reconstructed from the interpretation of their material remains: the numerous figurines and ceramics found in the burials located on the Island of Jaina, situated on the coast of Campeche, where they were deposited as offerings. This figurine represents a female character of high social rank.