Ancient Pre-Columbian Female Effigy, Jalisco Culture, Ameca Grey Style, Jalisco, West Mexico, ca. 200 B.C. to 300 A.D. This kneeling / sitting Tomb Shaft figure strikes a classic pose with hand outstretched holding a cup. She wears a tightly-fitted headdress and a skirt; her naked/ample breasts reveal tattooing scarification. Stone-polished with manganese and dendrite deposits on surface. 15-1/2"H x 10"W (at widest), right arm glued in two places (below shoulder and below elbow), otherwise excellent. Category:Jalisco Material:Pottery Dimensions:15-1/2"H x 10"W Condition:Repaired
Antiquities Ancient Central America & Mexico
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