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Mezcala Art : Mezcala Stone Standing Female Figure
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Mezcala Stone Standing Female Figure - PF.4980
Origin: Guerrero, Mexico
Circa: 300
BC
to 500
AD
Dimensions:
6.5" (16.5cm) high
Collection: Pre-Columbian
Medium: Stone
Location: UAE
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| Description |
Standing stone figures of males and females are
virtually all that remains from the enigmatic
people of Ancient Mezcala. It is known, however,
that female figures are rare, which makes this
one particularly special. The stark abstraction of
the carving is based upon angular lines ending in
sharp points. The arms are absolutely vertical
and very long, especially in comparison to the
short legs. Small breasts placed in perfect
proportion to the area of the chest, add a
beautifully rounded touch. The head is quite
large and very powerful; particularly the
overhanging brows, sharp nose and chin which
combine to create a marvelous effect of shadow
in different angles of light. Though similar to
'Axe-Gods' of Costa Rica, this statue also
possesses the monumental character of the great
standing figures of Tula. We can see in it
something larger than life, towering above its
actual size, standing for the gods the people of
Mezcala revered.
- (PF.4980)
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