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Colima Sculpture of a Man Carrying a Jar on his Back - PF.2767
Origin: Western Mexico
Circa: 300 BC to 300 AD
Dimensions: 10.5" (26.7cm) high
Collection: Pre-Columbian
Style: Colima
Medium: Terracotta

Location: United States

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Human effigies carrying loads on their backs portray an extraordinary realism. This beautiful male figure is managing the weight of his load with a strap or tumpline over his forehead. This particular figure holds the tumpline with both hands for greater ease. The Ancient Meso- American custom of carrying burdens in this fashion survives to the present day. It seems more likely that the pottery he is carrying is a water jar. Most figures wear only a breechcloth, although this figure is devoid of all clothing. He has retained his remarkable color, which has been polished smooth by caring hands centuries ago. - (PF.2767)

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