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Pre-Columbian, Mesoamerican Formative Period, Mexico, Guerrero State, Xochipala culture, ca. 13th to 10th century BCE. A fabulous hand-built terracotta female standing upon delineated legs, with naturalistic musculature on her thighs and calves. Nude except for a small loincloth and possibly an unusual pair of thin leggings, this figure has a slender waist with a stylized navel and rounded, sloping shoulders which lead to a pair of sinuous arms, each with a cupped hand. Almond-shaped eyes, a triangular nose, a parted mouth, puffy cheeks, and a broad brow line comprise the expressive countenance. The highly-naturalistic rendering and overall completeness of this figure makes it an exceptionally-rare example from this formative period in ancient Mesoamerica! Comes with custom display stand. Size: 7.75" H (19.7 cm); 8.125" H (20.6 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: private Southern California, USA collection, acquired in the 1970s to mid-1980s

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#140882

  • Condition: Generally very good condition. Both arms reattached, left leg repaired from 2 pieces, right leg reattached at thigh

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