Standing Male Figure, Maya, 650–800

Maya

Standing Male Figure

650–800 · Sculpture

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Not on view at present

Where is “Standing Male Figure” now? Collection: Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago. Not on view at present. Checked September 29, 2026.

Art Institute of Chicago

Chicago, United States

It belongs to the collection, but is not on display at present.

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In this state since
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The museum

About the sculpture

Naturalistic Jaina figures often present detailed portraits of individuals. Men and women are delicately modeled in the poses, gestures, and costumes of those who ruled the Yucatán peninsula at the height of Classic Maya civilization, providing insight into their roles, status, and concerns. While most figures depict the social elite, such as ladies of the court, royal ballplayers, and priests, some also reflect interest in the range of Maya society members, including servants and captives wounded in battle.

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Accession number
1973.649

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On view at Art Institute of Chicago

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