Stele 6 of Piedras Negras

This stele was found by Maler in 1865, face down, between a rows of stelae located in front of the j-4 sculpture. It commemorates the act of enthronement of K’inich Yo’nal Ahk II, Ruler 3 of Piedras Negras. The central character is sitting on a jaguar skin pillow, with his legs crossed. Wears a large headdress with a mask and feathers, bracelet and necklace. The niche where the character is located, is framed by celestial bands on three of its sides. Below the niche there is a strip with four tracks which represents his arrival to the throne.