Shamanism

Artifacts and artworks from shamanism, embodying the spiritual practices and ritual objects used by shamans to connect with the divine across ancient and indigenous cultures.

Isthmian gold pendant figure with deer antlers, Panama region, 400–700 CE.

Figure with Deer Antlers Pendant (400–700 CE)

Antiquities Ceremonial & Religious Isthmian culture Mesoamerica

This 5th–8th century CE gold pendant from Panama or Venado Beach region depicts a hybrid male figure with deer, feline, and serpent features.