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Colima Vessel in the Form of a Seated Hunchback - PF.0872
Origin: Western Mexico
Circa: 300 BC to 300 AD
Dimensions: 9.625" (24.4cm) high
Catalogue: V2
Collection: Pre-Columbian
Style: Colima
Medium: Terracotta

Location: United States

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In ancient Meso-America, hunchbacks were regarded as magical beings endowed with supernatural powers. It was as if the gods had given them a special burden and balanced that with a powerful gift. The frequency and tenderness with which they are depicted in ceramic art indicates the esteem in which they were held, their importance to society. This is a wonderful example of the Colima hunchback-- shown with dignity, achieving even a certain beauty. - (PF.0872)

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