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Pre-Columbian Jamacoaque Figure with Poncho browse these categories for related items... Directory: Antiques:Regional Art:Americas:South American: Pre AD 1000: Item # 595003
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The Jamacoaque culture of northern coastal Ecuador is one of many poorly-understood societies that persevered in the northern Andes for centuries. Their wealth seems to have been largely derived from fishing, farming, and the trade of coastal commodities, such as shells. Despite the fact that they left little noteworthy architecture, the pottery figures from these related cultures have grown in popularity in recent years, largely due to the vibrant coloration and striking motifs that these craftsmen executed.
Jamacoaque figures are characterized by deliberate poses with the emphasis on showcasing ceremonial implements and attire with little emphasis on the person. The extreme emphasis on ritual items suggests a highly stratified society in which the possession of these items marks social or political rank. This figure clearly represents someone of importance as indicated by his richly feathered poncho and headdress surmounted by a seashell centerpiece. (Seashells, especially Spondylus shells, were important trade items along the Pre-Columbian Pacific coast.) For a very similar figure, see Valdez & Veintimilla, "Amerindian Signs: 5,000 Years of Precolumbian Art in Ecuador," #74. AGE: 350 B.C. to 400 A.D. CONDITION: Overall in good shape with some losses to the tips of the shell element and a chip to the right fringe of the headdress. Else in good shape with no repairs or restorations. DIMENSIONS: 7.0 inches tall (17.78 cm) |
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