Ixtlán del Rio Style Nayarit Terracotta Sculpture of a Seated Woman Holding a Bowl - PF.3194 Origin: Nayarit, Mexico Circa: 100
BC
to 250
AD Dimensions:14.5" (36.8cm) high x 10.5" (26.7cm) wide Catalogue: V15 Collection: Pre-Columbian Style: Ixtlán del Rio Medium: Terracotta
Holding a small offering cup in her hand, this
special lady looks as though she is prepared for
a celebration. She wears boldly patterned
garments in ochre, cream and black against a
reddish brown base color. Multiple nose and ear
ornaments adorn her youthful face and bracelets
lay high on her delicate arms. Her expression is
relaxed with her lips parted showing white teeth.
"Have I arrived on time?" she inquires. Such as
silly question she asks. Her whimsical oval eyes
reveal her innocent importance. She knows the
celebration could never start without her
delightful presence.
- (PF.3194)