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Olmecoid Sculpture of a Standing Woman - PF.0391, Origin: Guerrero, Mexico, Circa: 900 BC to 300 BC, Dimensions: 10.75" (27.3cm) high x 5" (12.7cm) wide, Catalogue: V2, Collection: Pre-Columbian, Style: Olmecoid, Medium: Terracotta. There is a primitive power about this figure, something unrefined, almost bestial, and yet mesmerizing. It is her face that holds our attention with its narrowed eyes and scowling mouth. Is it the face of grief, or pain, or anger? It is such a strongly emotional look that we catch our breath expecting further reaction, anticipating something which will never happen.
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