Wide features of the face include large
coffee-
bean eyes, broad nose and thick lips. The
head is
turned slightly; the hair or cap is ridged in a
similar vertical relief pattern as the two
objects
he holds in his hands. These are most likely
gourd rattles used in ceremonies, but have
also
been interpreted as fruits or tubers. Small
statues
such as this one represent both male and
female,
and maintain the same rigid pose suggesting
they may be shamans during a ritual act.
There is
a sense of confidence and commanding
presence
in the posture; with the added human touch
of
the man's quizzical turn of the head and
expressive eyes.
- (PF.3152)