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Veracruz Terracotta Fragment of a Woman's Head - PF.0360
Origin: Veracruz, Mexico
Circa: 600
AD
to 900
AD
Dimensions:
8.75" (22.2cm) high
Catalogue: V2
Collection: Pre-Columbian
Medium: Terracotta
Location: United States
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| Description |
he broad face of this head shows an open mouth
with full 'flesh' lips, well formed triangular
shaped nose nearly touching the upper lip, and
narrow almond-shaped eyes. Gracefully formed
eyebrows in slight relief join at the ends with the
corners of a covering over the vroad incised
horizontal band of the headdress, which is
vordered top and bottom by rows of appliqued
circles. Around the neck is a heavy doubled
banded necklace, and attached to the right side
is an ornamental rectangular extention with a
minkey head in the center. The individual
portrayed, whether male or frmale, appears to be
someone of high rank, most likely a
priest/priestess. Expressing both dignity and
sensuality, this bust is remarkable for its beauty
and very real human quality
With her eyes half-closed and her mouth half-
open, this haunting round faced woman appears
to be in a religious trance. The meticulous
details of her costume contrast with the smooth
features of her face, an approach typical of
classic Veracruz sculpture. Are her visions
peaceful or dark? Her features betray no clue--
she is beyond the reach of the world.
- (PF.0360)
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