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Pre-Columbian Masterpieces : Chinesco Style (Type C) Nayarit Terracotta Sculpture of a Kneeling Woman
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Chinesco Style (Type C) Nayarit Terracotta Sculpture of a Kneeling Woman - PF.2471
Origin: Nayarit, Mexico
Circa: 100
BC
to 250
AD
Dimensions:
8.125" (20.6cm) high
Catalogue: V13
Collection: Pre-Columbian
Style: Chinesco (Type C)
Medium: Terracotta
Location: UAE
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An extraordinary example of ancient clay artistry,
this dramatic kneeling female figure was created
in the Mexican state of Nayarit, located in the
western region of the country. It was here that
craftsmen developed a highly distinctive style of
art called Chinesco, so named because of the
clay figures characteristic facial features small
slanted, almond shaped eyes that combine with
high cheekbones to convey an exotic oriental
feeling. Here, in this touching example we see a
female figure kneeling on her right leg, her left
leg bent upright at the knee. One long thin arm
rests atop her right thigh, while the position of
her left arm creates a most poignant tone in this
sculpture, for the bent left elbow leans on her
knee while her head rests pensively on her
clenched left fist. When combined with her
thoughtful and dramatic facial expression,
enhanced by the artistic use of a painted eye
mask, the overall effect is one of highly charged
emotion. The creator of this masterpiece has
also enriched the figures spirited inner beauty by
the use of painted body decorations that
harmonize well with the painted facial patterns.
In all, this kneeling figure arouses our myriad
senses and moves us to an emotional level that is
quite unique. She is truly a timeless work of art
that speaks deeply to all mankind.
- (PF.2471)
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