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Olmec Art : Olmecoid Sculpture of a Standing Woman
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Olmecoid Sculpture of a Standing Woman - PF.0391
Origin: Guerrero, Mexico
Circa: 900
BC
to 300
BC
Dimensions:
10.75" (27.3cm) high
x 5" (12.7cm) wide
Catalogue: V2
Collection: Pre-Columbian
Style: Olmecoid
Medium: Terracotta
Location: United States
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There is a primitive power about this figure,
something unrefined, almost bestial, and yet
mesmerizing. It is her face that holds our
attention with its narrowed eyes and scowling
mouth. Is it the face of grief, or pain, or anger? It
is such a strongly emotional look that we catch
our breath expecting further reaction,
anticipating something which will never happen.
- (PF.0391)
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