San Juanito Style Jalisco Terracotta Sculpture of a Seated Pregnant Woman - PF.0924 Origin: Western Mexico Circa: 300
BC
to 300
AD Dimensions:6" (15.2cm) high Collection: Pre-Columbian Style: San Juanito Medium: Terracotta
There can be no doubt, seeing this charming
woman who is definately expecting, that such
figures were placed in tombs to insure fertility,
renewal, and rebirth. She serves as a joyful reminder
of the continuity of life.
- (PF.0924)