Description:

Pre-Columbian, Gulf Coast Mexico, Veracruz (Vera Cruz) culture, Pe-Classic period, 900 to 500 BCE. A standing pottery figurine exhibiting clear "Olmecoid" characteristics, such as upturned lips and rounded cheeks, reminiscent of the iconic Olmec features that had a lasting influence in Central Mexico. This piece reflects the cultural intersection where the Olmec's artistic legacy continued to influence the visual traditions of later cultures in the Veracruz region. Size: 2.5" L x 1" W x 6.25" H (6.4 cm x 2.5 cm x 15.9 cm); 7" H (17.8 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: private Bethesda, Maryland, USA collection, acquired via inheritance; ex-private USA collection, acquired in 1964

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#189342

  • Condition: Repaired, neck is reattached to the upper shoulders with a visible hairline fissure. Old loss to verso of head. Light red pigment remains in the mouth and headdress.

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