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Ixtlán del Rio Style Nayarit Terracotta Sculpture of a Seated Man Holding a Ball - PF.3195
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
Location: UAE
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Holding a ball in one hand and a cylinder in the
other, this fine young gentleman looks as though
he is aware of his importance in the world. He
wears boldly patterned garments in ochre, cream
and black against a reddish brown base color.
Multiple nose and ear ornaments adorn his
youthful face and bracelets lay high on his
slender arms. His expression is eager with
anticipation of the upcoming events. With his
lips parted showing white teeth, he solemnly
declares, "Let the celebration begin!" He is
ready to take part in the ritual activities he has
looked forward to all year.
- (PF.3195)
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