Pre-Columbian, West Mexico, Colima, ca. 100 BCE to 250 CE. A superb redware standing male figure with an animated pose - his body leaning slightly forward, his legs spread apart with large feet planted upon the ground to assume a wide stance. He also holds an avian reclinatorio behind his head, his left hand securing the one leg of the bird. Nude save a crested headband embellished with a black criss-cross pattern, a loin cloth, and a horn-shaped pendant around his neck. Given this decorated state, he likely represents a shaman, ritual performer, or ballplayer. His visage is quite expressive, presenting slit eyes, an arched browline, pronounced nose, defined cheekbones, and slightly parted lips. This piece, with the opening atop the head, was most likely used to pour ritualistic libations. A superb example displaying captivating gestures and facial expression, quite distinct from those of the neighboring Jalisco and Nayarit cultures. Size: 15.25" H (38.7 cm)
Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex-private lifetime collection of Dr. Saul Tuttman and Dr. Gregory Siskind, New York, New York, USA
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Condition
Head of reclinatorio reattached. Small chip to toe on left foot. Presents a strong red surface with wonderful mineral deposits and root marks gracing the surface. Old inventory number "260" on underside of one foot.