Description:

Pre-Columbian, Gulf Coast of Mexico, Veracruz culture, ca. 500 to 700 CE. A fascinating ceramic figure of a lord lying atop a flat, pallet-like bed. A hoop structure covers the bed, and the lord reaches up to grip the bars of the hoops, his face locked in an open-mouthed expression - is he imprisoned? in a trance? He lies, dressed in finery, with his flowing hair spread out beneath his headdress. Large spooled earrings, a long pendant on a string around his neck, and a heavy belt with elaborate skirt give us clues to his high status in society. What does this mysterious figure mean? Similar figures have been interpreted as representing the deceased being born to their graves or the wealthy being carried in a procession, but this figure is clearly very much alive and seems to be in distress. Size: 6.75" L x 3.4" W x 4.2" H (17.1 cm x 8.6 cm x 10.7 cm)

Provenance: private Andrade collection New York, USA, acquired 1960s; ex Kneeler & Company

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#131177

  • Condition: One of the hoop arms is reattached to the base, and a few of the upper parts of the hoop have been expertly repaired/restored. There appears to be an old loss to the belt, with adhesive remains there. Otherwise the figure is in excellent condition, with great remaining detail. Light encrustation in lower profile areas.

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