#105, Mural

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Title: #105, Mural

Filenames: Figure-92c-awa-r788-l1A-sw; awa-r788-l1-As-mr300

Abstract: Mural from Awatovi

Type: Mural

Site Name: Awatovi

Structure: Room 788

Design: 1A

Source: Antelope Mesa

Other Keywords: Mural

Loc Detail: Fig. 92c - South Wall

Orientation: South

Exact Orientation: N 20 W

Context: Kiva

Note: Peabody fig. 92c (Back Wall Design 1A) [Whale-like image] This is a crudely incised design that had probably no ceremonial significance. It is notable, however, because of its depiction of Awanyu, the Plumed Serpent. This convention device is very rare in the Western Pueblo villages, but common in the Rio Grande.

Multi Wall: No

Human element: No

Geometric element: No

Natural element: No

Animal element: Yes

Design elements: Animal