Description:

Pre-Columbian, Gulf Coast of Mexico, Veracruz, Remojadas, ca. 600 to 900 CE. A fine mold-made pottery figure wearing a horizontally striped chest piece and holding a circular shield. Capped with a flat dotted and striated hat, the fascinating figure features deep-sunken eyes beneath thick brows bearing, a curved nose, full lips held in a large frown with the corners slightly turned upwards, and a pointed chin, all flanked by a pair of sizable ears bearing annular earspools. A thick collar necklace rests beneath the haunting visage of this ancient figure. Four insect- or crustacean-like motifs adorn the front of the shield. A wonderful piece from the ancients of the Americas! Size: 5.75" W x 6.25" H (14.6 cm x 15.9 cm); 9.25" H (23.5 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: estate of R. Pearson, Denver, Colorado, USA, acquired from 1960s to 2018

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#144834

  • Condition: Fragment of a larger piece. A few miniscule stable fissures in areas. Expected nicks/chips, scratches, and abrasions, commensurate with age. Otherwise, very good with lovely earthen deposits in recessed areas.

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