The art of the Maya reflects their culture. Their art consisted of carving into wood, obsidian, shells, stone, jade, and bone. They also painted on paper a plaster, and made sculptures. Many pieces of Maya art are spiritual and were made to please the gods. Most art depicts legendary heroes, gods, religious scenes, great rulers, and daily life. A common form of Mayan sculpture was called Stela. These were large stone slabs cover with carvings. Much Mayan art still stands today in museums.
Mayan Carving.
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