Manabi Fragment of a Head - PF.1047 Origin: Ecuador Circa: 500
AD
to 1000
AD Dimensions:4" (10.2cm) high x 4.5" (11.4cm) wide Collection: Pre-Columbian Style: Manabi Medium: Terracotta
We cannot doubt the dignity and rank of this
individual, seeing the grand size of her
headdress. Is she a priestess, a queen or a
goddess come to walk among men? Her natural
presence is such that we offer our respects even
though we are not subjects of her realm.
- (PF.1047)