The early art of Ecuador concentrates on people
in attitudes of reverence and prayer. Most likely,
these were votives meant to win the eternal favor
of the gods. This unusual bearded head, created
to hold an offering of food or drink, looks
heavenward with open mouth and an expression
of awe. His elaborate headdress and beard
suggest that he is a person of rank, perhaps a
priest. What is it that focuses his rapt gaze? Is it
the wonders of the spirit realm, or simply the
modern world in which he now finds himself?
- (PF.1474)
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