Chupicuaro Pre-Columbian Figure
This wonderful hand-built terracotta figure, dating from ca. 500 BCE to 300 CE, hails from the ancient Chupicuaro culture of Western Mexico. Standing at 5.375 inches tall (13.7 cm), the figure is adorned with hues of pale orange and russet, showcasing a beautiful, unpainted surface.
The figure's distinctive features include nubbin-shaped feet, large thighs, bent arms with hands held at its chest, a thick neck, ovoid eyes, a parted mouth, elongated ears, and a wide and tall brow. Despite minor chips and nicks, the piece remains intact and displays age-commensurate surface wear along with earthen and mineral deposits that add to its historical authenticity.
This piece is a testament to the artistry and cultural significance of the Chupicuaro people, known for their skill in creating expressive terracotta figures. The figure's provenance includes renowned galleries such as Arte Primitivo, Art for Eternity, Butterfields, and Riverbend Gallery, and was a part of a private Stagecoach, Nevada, USA collection.
This terracotta figure is not only a valuable artifact for collectors of ancient art but also a fascinating piece of pre-Columbian history that captures the essence of a long-gone civilization.
This wonderful hand-built terracotta figure, dating from ca. 500 BCE to 300 CE, hails from the ancient Chupicuaro culture of Western Mexico. Standing at 5.375 inches tall (13.7 cm), the figure is adorned with hues of pale orange and russet, showcasing a beautiful, unpainted surface.
The figure's distinctive features include nubbin-shaped feet, large thighs, bent arms with hands held at its chest, a thick neck, ovoid eyes, a parted mouth, elongated ears, and a wide and tall brow. Despite minor chips and nicks, the piece remains intact and displays age-commensurate surface wear along with earthen and mineral deposits that add to its historical authenticity.
This piece is a testament to the artistry and cultural significance of the Chupicuaro people, known for their skill in creating expressive terracotta figures. The figure's provenance includes renowned galleries such as Arte Primitivo, Art for Eternity, Butterfields, and Riverbend Gallery, and was a part of a private Stagecoach, Nevada, USA collection.
This terracotta figure is not only a valuable artifact for collectors of ancient art but also a fascinating piece of pre-Columbian history that captures the essence of a long-gone civilization.
This wonderful hand-built terracotta figure, dating from ca. 500 BCE to 300 CE, hails from the ancient Chupicuaro culture of Western Mexico. Standing at 5.375 inches tall (13.7 cm), the figure is adorned with hues of pale orange and russet, showcasing a beautiful, unpainted surface.
The figure's distinctive features include nubbin-shaped feet, large thighs, bent arms with hands held at its chest, a thick neck, ovoid eyes, a parted mouth, elongated ears, and a wide and tall brow. Despite minor chips and nicks, the piece remains intact and displays age-commensurate surface wear along with earthen and mineral deposits that add to its historical authenticity.
This piece is a testament to the artistry and cultural significance of the Chupicuaro people, known for their skill in creating expressive terracotta figures. The figure's provenance includes renowned galleries such as Arte Primitivo, Art for Eternity, Butterfields, and Riverbend Gallery, and was a part of a private Stagecoach, Nevada, USA collection.
This terracotta figure is not only a valuable artifact for collectors of ancient art but also a fascinating piece of pre-Columbian history that captures the essence of a long-gone civilization.
Category: Pre-Columbian - Figural
Country of Origin: Western Mexico
Maker: Chupicuaro culture
In House Collection: 2 of 6
Condition: F
Condition Additional Notes: Minor chips and nicks, but is otherwise intact. Age-commensurate surface wear and earthen and mineral deposits throughout.
Material: Terracotta
Age: ca. 500 BCE to 300 CE
Size: 5.375" H (13.7 cm)
