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This item is a Jalisco Mother and Child terracotta seated figure from the Proto-Classic period (100-300 A.D.), originating from the ancient West Mexican cultures. The piece exhibits traditional elements seen in Jalisco art, such as elongated proportions and a stylized depiction of human figures. The figure holds a child, a theme that is often symbolic of fertility, motherhood, and the continuity of lineage, common subjects in Pre-Columbian sculpture.

In Pre-Columbian Jalisco culture, these types of figures were typically created for ritual or funerary purposes, reflecting their deeply spiritual connection to the afterlife. These sculptures were often found in shaft tombs, accompanying the deceased as protective spirits or representations of family members. The craftsmanship and intricate details in the figure’s attire and facial expressions offer valuable insight into the spiritual and societal values of ancient Jalisco. Figures of this nature are significant because they represent an indigenous artistic tradition that existed independently from other Mesoamerican civilizations, like the Maya or the Aztec, showing the diversity of cultural expressions in ancient Mexico.

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