Pre-Columbian West Mexico | Terracotta Seated Figure | Shaft Tomb Culture | Circa 300 BCE–300 CE

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Pre-Columbian West Mexico terracotta figure with headdress on museum stand
Rotating showcase video of Pre-Columbian West Mexico terracotta figure featuring stylized kneeling posture, headdress, pierced ears, and original red slip, circa 300 BCE–300 CE.
Ancient Nayarit/Jalisco shaft tomb culture kneeling terracotta sculpture
Authentic Pre-Columbian terracotta figure with stylized features and red slip
West Mexican ceramic tomb figure with pierced ears and elaborate headdress
Pre-Columbian terracotta seated figure with powerful sculptural form
Ancient West Mexico artifact with mineral deposits and burial patina
Pre-Columbian kneeling figure sculpture from Nayarit or Jalisco region
Terracotta shaft tomb culture figure with bold facial features and desert toning
Pre-Columbian red slip figurine displayed on custom museum-style stand
Ancient West Mexico ceremonial figure representing cultural identity
Pre-Columbian archaeological terracotta figure dating 300 BCE–300 CE
  • Pre-Columbian West Mexico terracotta figure with headdress on museum stand
  • Rotating showcase video of Pre-Columbian West Mexico terracotta figure featuring stylized kneeling posture, headdress, pierced ears, and original red slip, circa 300 BCE–300 CE.
  • Ancient Nayarit/Jalisco shaft tomb culture kneeling terracotta sculpture
  • Authentic Pre-Columbian terracotta figure with stylized features and red slip
  • West Mexican ceramic tomb figure with pierced ears and elaborate headdress
  • Pre-Columbian terracotta seated figure with powerful sculptural form
  • Ancient West Mexico artifact with mineral deposits and burial patina
  • Pre-Columbian kneeling figure sculpture from Nayarit or Jalisco region
  • Terracotta shaft tomb culture figure with bold facial features and desert toning
  • Pre-Columbian red slip figurine displayed on custom museum-style stand
  • Ancient West Mexico ceremonial figure representing cultural identity
  • Pre-Columbian archaeological terracotta figure dating 300 BCE–300 CE
Pre-Columbian West Mexico terracotta figure with headdress on museum stand
Rotating showcase video of Pre-Columbian West Mexico terracotta figure featuring stylized kneeling posture, headdress, pierced ears, and original red slip, circa 300 BCE–300 CE.
Ancient Nayarit/Jalisco shaft tomb culture kneeling terracotta sculpture
Authentic Pre-Columbian terracotta figure with stylized features and red slip
West Mexican ceramic tomb figure with pierced ears and elaborate headdress
Pre-Columbian terracotta seated figure with powerful sculptural form
Ancient West Mexico artifact with mineral deposits and burial patina
Pre-Columbian kneeling figure sculpture from Nayarit or Jalisco region
Terracotta shaft tomb culture figure with bold facial features and desert toning
Pre-Columbian red slip figurine displayed on custom museum-style stand
Ancient West Mexico ceremonial figure representing cultural identity
Pre-Columbian archaeological terracotta figure dating 300 BCE–300 CE

Pre-Columbian West Mexico | Terracotta Seated Figure | Shaft Tomb Culture | Circa 300 BCE–300 CE

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Historical Context & Origin

Region: West Mexico (likely Nayarit/Jalisco region)
Material: Hand-formed terracotta with red/orange slip
Period: Circa 300 BCE – 300 CE (Pre-Columbian, Shaft Tomb Culture)

Description

A striking Pre-Columbian terracotta figure depicting a seated individual with powerful, stylized features and bold sculptural form. The figure is shown kneeling with hands resting at the sides, the torso broad and expressive, and the head adorned with an elaborate headdress constructed in raised banded elements. The face exhibits the classic West Mexican aesthetic with prominent nose, simplified eyes, pierced ears, and strong presence. Traces of original reddish slip remain visible across the surface.

Features

- Authentic Pre-Columbian terracotta figure

- Characteristic West Mexico sculptural form and posture

- Pierced ears, elaborate headdress & stylized anatomy

- Warm desert toning and mineral deposits from burial

- Presented on a custom museum-style display stand

Cultural Significance

Figures such as this were placed in shaft tombs as guardians, companions, or spiritual representations for the afterlife. They reflect social identity, ceremonial tradition, and the deeply symbolic artistic language of ancient West Mexico.

Condition

Excellent surviving condition for its age with expected surface wear, encrustations, earthen deposits, and minor abrasions consistent with age and burial. No modern restoration apparent.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Height: 5.5 in

Age

Approximately 1,700–2,300 years old

Learn More

Learn more about the Western Mexico Shaft Tomb Tradition.

Explore more authentic Pre-Columbian artifacts and relics in our curated collection.

Descripción

Historical Context & Origin

Region: West Mexico (likely Nayarit/Jalisco region)
Material: Hand-formed terracotta with red/orange slip
Period: Circa 300 BCE – 300 CE (Pre-Columbian, Shaft Tomb Culture)

Description

A striking Pre-Columbian terracotta figure depicting a seated individual with powerful, stylized features and bold sculptural form. The figure is shown kneeling with hands resting at the sides, the torso broad and expressive, and the head adorned with an elaborate headdress constructed in raised banded elements. The face exhibits the classic West Mexican aesthetic with prominent nose, simplified eyes, pierced ears, and strong presence. Traces of original reddish slip remain visible across the surface.

Features

- Authentic Pre-Columbian terracotta figure

- Characteristic West Mexico sculptural form and posture

- Pierced ears, elaborate headdress & stylized anatomy

- Warm desert toning and mineral deposits from burial

- Presented on a custom museum-style display stand

Cultural Significance

Figures such as this were placed in shaft tombs as guardians, companions, or spiritual representations for the afterlife. They reflect social identity, ceremonial tradition, and the deeply symbolic artistic language of ancient West Mexico.

Condition

Excellent surviving condition for its age with expected surface wear, encrustations, earthen deposits, and minor abrasions consistent with age and burial. No modern restoration apparent.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Height: 5.5 in

Age

Approximately 1,700–2,300 years old

Learn More

Learn more about the Western Mexico Shaft Tomb Tradition.

Explore more authentic Pre-Columbian artifacts and relics in our curated collection.

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