Figurine

72-23-30

From: Western Mexico | Jalisco (uncertain)

Curatorial Section: American

Object Number 72-23-30
Current Location Collections Storage
Provenience Western Mexico | Jalisco (uncertain)
Culture Area Central American
Section American
Materials Ceramic
Description

Red glazed body with black and beige stripes on back and legs. Headdress is red and beige. Arms are crossed over chest and elobws are resting on tightly drawn up knees. Upper half of face is red glaze with painted eyes. Lower half is beige. Mouth area protrudes and is broken off. Black painted stripe marks dividing line between upper and lower halves of face.

Height 16.2 cm
Width 8.2 cm
Credit Line Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Walter C. Piper, 1972

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