Description

Head of a large figure with detailed head band. Hollow from the inside. Typical Jalisco facial features are finely carved: face is elongated with strong expressions (smiling), it has large almond-shaped (or coffee bean) eyes, a prominent nose, open mouth, piercings holes through both ears and a reddish surface.

The Jalisco region in western Mexico was home to early pre-Columbian societies known for agriculture, distinctive pottery, and ritual figurines. Their ceramics—especially painted or modeled vessels—provide insight into daily life, ritual practice, and artistic traditions of ancient western Mexico.

Positive  Thermoluminescence (TL) test. 

Culture

Pre-columbian, Mexico, Jalisco.

Dating

200 - 300 AD

Size

14,7 cm (without stand), with stand 22 cm.

Provenance

Dutch collection. Bought at Gorny & Mosch auction. 

Private collection G.D. Berlin 1930-1970

Condition

Great condition, chip in the headband.