Large Pre-Columbian Veracruz pottery head The sculptural curvature and punctate

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

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

The wood substrate shows age

one of the most famous of the Twelve Labors

Large Pre-Columbian Veracruz pottery head The sculptural curvature and punctateLarge 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.