Large Pre-Columbian Veracruz pottery head and white pigment highlights that

and white pigment highlights that emphasize the facial features and body ornaments

The vessel exhibits beautiful natural iridescence

Marc Fertig

The sculpture is modeled in solid terracotta and depicts a seated human figure with knees bent forward and hands resting upon the thighs

The sculptural curvature and punctate surface treatment are consistent with Veracruz zoomorphic ceremonial sound instruments

Large Pre-Columbian Veracruz pottery head and white pigment highlights thatLarge 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.