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Chinesco Style (Type D) Nayarit Terracotta Vessel in the Form of a Man - PF.4931
Origin: Nayarit, Mexico
Circa: 300
BC
to 300
AD
Dimensions:
6.5" (16.5cm) high
x 3.5" (8.9cm) wide
Collection: Pre-Columbian
Medium: Terracotta
$1,200.00
Location: United States
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The large heart-shaped heads of the Chinesco
style are unique to ceramic objects of Meso-
America. They probably reflect actual cranial
deformation done for purposes of beautification.
Also typical of Nayarit style was the careful
attention given to the hair, in this case formed in
the shape of a hat, with striations along the rim
and vertical lines down the back. Dual
extensions at the ears may be ornate earspools,
or part of the hair itself. The burnished dark red
body is naked, and yet does not reveal the
person's sex. The back is striped with broad
darkish bands that represent ritual body painting
or tattooing. The left arm is attached to the knee
to form a sort of handle, while the right hand is
pressed against the mouth. This gesture is seen
in other such figures, and most likely had a ritual
meaning, perhaps related to the eating of
hallucinogenic substances; or to prevent
speaking of the visions only the heart can bear
witness to.
- (PF.4931)
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