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Figure with Bowl
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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Figure with Bowl

Artist/Maker (Pacific Coast, Mexico)
Dateca. 300 BCE-300 CE
Mediumpottery and slip paint
DimensionsOverall: 10 1/8 x 6 1/2 x 4 3/4 in. (25.7 x 16.5 x 12.1 cm)
ClassificationsVisual Works
Credit LineGift from the Collection of Edward and Louise Lipton
Terms
    Object number2002.18.32
    DescriptionThis figurine belongs to the Pot-maker group of Jalisco hollow figurines. He has the typical elongated crania covered by elaborate headgear with crossing bands. His face shows the characteristic long nose and ears, and slit-like minimalistic eyes. The figure is sitting and holds an unfinished pot between his legs, suggesting that he might be in the process of working on the vessel. The red and white bands of the pot show the level of detail this artist intended to convey, as well as the magnificent modeling and firing skills achieved by Jalisco ceramicists. This figure represents not only a beautiful example of the Jalisco style, but also offers an intimate look into an economic activity of significant importance to ancient Mesoamerican peoples.
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