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Pre-Columbian, West Mexico, Nayarit, Protoclassic period, ca. 100 BCE to 250 CE; Jalisco, Ameca Grey style, ca. 300 BCE to 300 CE. A fine set of two hollow-built pottery figures from two distinct cultures residing in ancient West Mexico. The shorter figure is a highly burnished Nayarit seated figure with arms crossed atop bent knees, a hunched posture, a protruding nose with a thick ring, projecting lips, and a wide headband. The taller figure is a Jalisco Ameca Grey figure shown in a kneeling position with globular breasts, attenuated arms, and an elongated head with almond-shaped eyes. Size of largest (Jalisco): 4.625" W x 7.1" H (11.7 cm x 18 cm)

Provenance: ex-private Colorado, USA collection, acquired via family descent; ex-private Palm Springs, California, USA collection, acquired prior to 1965

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#150973

  • Condition: Both figures have minor abrasions and nicks to bodies and heads, with fading to areas of original pigmentation, and light encrustations within recessed areas. Great earthen deposits, root marks, and traces of original pigment throughout.

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