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Choice Pre-Columbian Jalisco Birthing Figure browse these categories for related items... Directory: Archives:Regional Art:Americas:Pre Columbian: Pre AD 1000: Item # 655549
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This Jalisco figure from western Mexico belongs to an uncommon class of figures showing women in birthing positions. Based on the sculptural evidence, Jalisco women gave birth by either kneeling in a squatting position, or by reclining. This figure clearly shows the latter, characterized by widespread breasts and an arched back.
AGE: 100 B.C. to 250 A.D. CONDITION: Both legs and one arm were reattached with restoration over the break lines. Otherwise, the figure appears choice and is all original with much remaining pigment and manganese deposits. DIMENSIONS: A little under 6” tall (15 cm) |
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