Casas Grandes Polychrome Human Effigy Vase - PF.0684 Origin: Casas Grandes, Mexico Circa: 1160
AD
to 1260
AD Dimensions:19" (48.3cm) high Collection: Pre-Columbian Medium: Terracotta
This charming vase is full of subtle little
surprises and we have to keep turning it to fully
appreciate them. The V-shaped chevrons are
painted just off center from the head on both
front and back. There is only one apricot stripe
amongst the buff-colored ones. On the back of
the man's head is a vivid little pattern. These
things seem calculated to keep us just slightly off
balance. As with a person, the vase holds our
interest through the unexpected.
- (PF.0684)