Large Pre-Columbian Veracruz pottery head perhaps referencing textile patterns or

perhaps referencing textile patterns or ritual regalia

Traces of red pigment remain visible across the lower body and feet

Florencio García Cisneros and Rafael Llerena

Condition: Intact with expected ancient wear

Large Pre-Columbian Veracruz pottery head perhaps referencing textile patterns orLarge Veracruz Ceremonial Head Classic Veracruz, ca. 600900 A. D. Height: 10 in. (25. 4 cm) mount included An impressive and finely modeled terracotta head of monumental scale, representing an elite or ritual participant from the Classic Veracruz culture. The face is naturalistically rendered with almond shaped eyes, a straight prominent nose, and slightly parted lips revealing modeled teethan expressive hallmark of the Veracruz sculptural tradition.