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Tlatilco Sculpture of a Standing Woman - PF.0418
Origin: Central Mexico
Circa: 1200
BC
to 900
BC
Dimensions:
4.5" (11.4cm) high
x 2.125" (5.4cm) wide
Collection: Pre-Columbian
Medium: Terracotta
$2,800.00
Location: United States
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The ancient site of Tlantilco in the valley of
Mexico came to light in 1936, during excavations
carried out by brick workers digging for clay.
While removing the clay in order to make bricks,
these workmen discovered a large number of
burials, in which were placed delicately modeled
figurines, such as this remarkable example. Later
excavations in the area, performed by
archaeologists, revealed that these burials
formed a portion of a very large village, Tlatilco,
located west of the Great Lake on a small stream,
and settled by about 1200 B.C. The figurines that
appear in these ancient burials reveal that they
are the most aesthetically satisfying in Ancient
Mexico.
This voluptuous Mesoamerican Venus, holds her
arms out from her sides and takes a tentative
step forward, as if walking on a tightrope.
Perhaps she recognizes that this is the perfect
metaphor for passion, requiring skill, daring and
balance. Though she is aware of the dangers,
she seems willing to take the risk.
- (PF.0418)
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