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Report of the 1998 and 1999 Investigations on the Archaeology and Iconography of the Polychrome Stucco Façade of Structure N10-28, Lamanai, Belize Lot Numbers Following is a brief categorization of work to date on the stucco collection. Fragments within each lot number are broken down by generalized categories. As this was a preliminary sort, counts and totals by categories may change as the sorting becomes more refined in the upcoming field seasons. Weights were not taken because of the lack of appropriate equipment for measuring the weight of large objects as well as bulk weights. This problem will be remedied in the next field season.
Comments: Exact counts of this lot are still undetermined due to several factors, primarily being the size and increasing number of more bags of stucco being found in the bodega.
Comments: This lot has a number of interesting pieces. One large piece that represents a leg was found, with only a few bits of stucco still adhering to the armature. A nose from a figure was also found. Two unique fragments, though having little artistic merit, are unique for their technical aspects. One large excurvate piece of stucco is still attached to a medium sized facing stone and a large section of mortar. The other piece is a small fragment with the finger grooves of the sculptor still visible. Other pieces include a knot, several uniquely painted fragments, and two series of borders, one painted yellow and the other having several colors and perforated disks attached to it.
Comments: Many of the pieces recovered in this lot are generally rather small, with few medium size fragments. Two fragments of a single large earflare were recovered, as well as at least eight pieces that are related to each other. These are blue and yellowish in color and have incised patterns. Three of these fit together.
Comments: A variety of decorative pieces comprise this lot. At least thirty-five of them are from the same image grouping. These fragments form a circular design that terminates with a face in profile. These pieces are painted yellow with a thin black stripe painted along its center. Within this decorated area are beads, buttons, and feather representations.
Comments: This lot number contained the lowest amount of stucco pieces of all the lots. Two of the small unique pieces appear to have eyes incised on them.
Comments: A number of fragments are painted yellow and are likely associated with those in the previous lots. Note: A small bag of LA 1292 was accidentally mixed with this lot, and consisted largely of small fragments and 5 to 7 yellow painted pieces.
Comments: This lot has a number of interesting pieces. At least sixteen pieces are painted yellow, some having a thin black stripe within it. Another piece is painted a unique red maroon color. One of the large earflares is painted white on a red background.
Comments: This lot contains a variety of designs. A number of fragments have unusual incised designs. There are three hands, all of which appear to be outstretched or raised. One unique piece has a number of beads in a curvilinear design. |
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