Published Pre-Columbian Jama-Coaque Pottery Mother and Child Figure art market in the mid-20th

art market in the mid-20th century

The expressive modeling and imposing scale of the present example exemplify the artistic achievements of the ancient peoples of West Mexico

and a prominent nose

underscores the piece’s ritual and spiritual significance

Published Pre-Columbian Jama-Coaque Pottery Mother and Child Figure art market in the mid-20thPre Columbian Jama Coaque Pottery Mother and Child Figure Ecuador, circa 200 BC 200 AD A finely modeled hollow pottery figure depicting a seated female carrying a child on her back, rendered in the distinctive sculptural tradition of the Jama Coaque culture of coastal Ecuador. The figure displays a pronounced cranial form, almond shaped eyes, and a prominent nose, with applied ear ornaments and a multi strand necklace. The child, secured behind the