Maitum Anthropomorphic Burial Jar
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Maitum Anthropomorphic Burial Jar

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This earthenware jar (190 BC–500 AD) from Ayub Cave in Maitum features a human-like face, reflecting early Filipino beliefs about the afterlife. Maitum, known for these unique jars, preserves a rare tradition of secondary burials with expressive forms, highlighting the rich cultural heritage of the Philippines.