Pre-columbian warrior
08 October 2024
Description

Pre-columbian warrior made of terracotta and in very good condition

Dimensions

6" height, 3" wide and 1.25" thick

Acquired from
Other
For sale
Yes
Answered within about 12 hours
By David U.
Oct 09, 06:30 UTC
Fair Market Value
$900 - $1,500 USD
Insurance Value $0 USD
What does this mean?

Hello, and thank you for choosing Mearto for your appraisal.

The item in question is a terracotta figure of a Pre-Columbian warrior, measuring 6 inches in height, 3 inches wide, and 1.25 inches thick. The figure is stylistically indicative of the warrior representations in ancient Mesoamerican cultures, particularly from the Nayarit or Jalisco regions of Western Mexico, which were known for their expressive terracotta figures. These cultures thrived during the early centuries of the first millennium, and their artworks often depicted everyday life, as well as religious and mythological figures, like warriors, who held significant importance in their society.

Terracotta sculptures from this period were commonly placed in tombs as offerings to accompany the dead in the afterlife. The detail in this figure, from the rounded limbs to the hand resting against the cheek, suggests a warrior in contemplation or perhaps fatigue after a battle, which is a common theme in depictions of warriors. The warrior’s stance and features are characteristic of the artistic techniques used by the artisans of the time, who often exaggerated physical attributes to convey emotion or status.

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