Pre-Columbian, Mexico, Veracruz culture, ca. 6th to 8th century CE. This is a hollow head from a large Veracruz pottery figure; the head has narrow eyes, delicate nose, and an open mouth; they wear enormous ear spools and have a headdress. Designs on the face are done with the classic thick black color, chapapote, that is common to Veracruz artwork and is made from petroleum-rich deposits. The large scale, hand-modeled figures from Veracruz are known as Remojadas, from the region in Mexico that they originate from; intact, they range from 1' to 2' in height. They are usually portrayed with their arms up, and are made in parts, with the head added to the body using further clay that is smoothed over the neck line. They are given flattened layers of clay to make their clothing; they also were often given gold or other precious objects as jewelry, though pieces with that detail remaining are rare. This particular head has a sensitive, striking face. Comes with custom frame. Size: 6.6" W x 7.6" H (16.8 cm x 19.3 cm)

Provenance: Ex-Adeon Gallery, Chicago, IL, acquired prior to 1970.

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Head is a fragment, but what remains has not been repaired.