Olmecoid Sculpture of a Seated Baby - PF.0394 Origin: Guerrero, Mexico Circa: 1200
BC
to 900
BC Dimensions:8" (20.3cm) high Catalogue: V2 Collection: Pre-Columbian Style: Olmecoid Medium: Terracotta
What a joyously enchanting piece this is! The
artist has conveyed the wonder and excitement
that a toddler feels at the first discovery of the
world around him. This plump little figure with
his shock of orange hair leans forward to grab at
something that has caught his attention and
almost loses his balance. He seems to be
reaching for the entire world.
- (PF.0394)