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Figure

317–987 CE

Mexico, Jaina, Campeche, Maya

Medium
terracotta
Measurements
Overall: 23.5 x 10.5 x 7.5 cm (9 1/4 x 4 1/8 x 2 15/16 in.)
Credit Line
In memory of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Humphreys, gift of their daughter Helen 1947.173
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A matte, reddish-brown terracotta sculpture depicts a standing figure with arms crossed over their chest. The figure wears an elaborate headdress of overlapping rectangular pieces and large circular ear ornaments. A beaded necklace with a central pendant hangs on their torso. Below their arms, a wide belt secures a rectangular panel over two legs. The face has defined features including a straight nose and lips set in a line.

Figure

317–987 CE

Mexico, Jaina, Campeche, Maya

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