Pre-Columbian | Nayarit Terracotta Seated Figure | Circa 300 BCE – 300 CE

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Ancient Nayarit terracotta seated figure from West Mexico Shaft Tomb tradition on a black museum stand
Rotating video showing ancient Nayarit terracotta figure, circa 300 BCE–300 CE.
Pre-Columbian Nayarit terracotta seated figure with headdress on black display base.
Ancient West Mexico terracotta figure seated with hands clasped, frontal view.
Side view of Pre-Columbian terracotta figure showing profile and headdress.
Angled shot of Nayarit seated figure highlighting textured surface and patina.
Rear view of Pre-Columbian Nayarit figure showing headdress and back surface wear.
Back of ancient terracotta seated figure with original mineral patina.
Reverse angle of Nayarit ceramic figure highlighting form and age-appropriate encrustations.
Oblique view of Nayarit seated terracotta sculpture with mineral deposits visible.
Ancient Nayarit figurine with rounded body and headdress on museum display stand.
Close-up of terracotta headdress and facial detailing on Nayarit seated figure.
  • Ancient Nayarit terracotta seated figure from West Mexico Shaft Tomb tradition on a black museum stand
  • Rotating video showing ancient Nayarit terracotta figure, circa 300 BCE–300 CE.
  • Pre-Columbian Nayarit terracotta seated figure with headdress on black display base.
  • Ancient West Mexico terracotta figure seated with hands clasped, frontal view.
  • Side view of Pre-Columbian terracotta figure showing profile and headdress.
  • Angled shot of Nayarit seated figure highlighting textured surface and patina.
  • Rear view of Pre-Columbian Nayarit figure showing headdress and back surface wear.
  • Back of ancient terracotta seated figure with original mineral patina.
  • Reverse angle of Nayarit ceramic figure highlighting form and age-appropriate encrustations.
  • Oblique view of Nayarit seated terracotta sculpture with mineral deposits visible.
  • Ancient Nayarit figurine with rounded body and headdress on museum display stand.
  • Close-up of terracotta headdress and facial detailing on Nayarit seated figure.
Ancient Nayarit terracotta seated figure from West Mexico Shaft Tomb tradition on a black museum stand
Rotating video showing ancient Nayarit terracotta figure, circa 300 BCE–300 CE.
Pre-Columbian Nayarit terracotta seated figure with headdress on black display base.
Ancient West Mexico terracotta figure seated with hands clasped, frontal view.
Side view of Pre-Columbian terracotta figure showing profile and headdress.
Angled shot of Nayarit seated figure highlighting textured surface and patina.
Rear view of Pre-Columbian Nayarit figure showing headdress and back surface wear.
Back of ancient terracotta seated figure with original mineral patina.
Reverse angle of Nayarit ceramic figure highlighting form and age-appropriate encrustations.
Oblique view of Nayarit seated terracotta sculpture with mineral deposits visible.
Ancient Nayarit figurine with rounded body and headdress on museum display stand.
Close-up of terracotta headdress and facial detailing on Nayarit seated figure.

Pre-Columbian | Nayarit Terracotta Seated Figure | Circa 300 BCE – 300 CE

Description
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Historical Context & Origin

Region: West Mexico (likely Nayarit or Jalisco)
Material: Hand-modeled terracotta with mineral pigment traces
Period: Late Formative to Classic Period, circa 300 BCE – 300 CE

Description
This authentic Pre-Columbian terracotta figure depicts a seated individual with hands clasped at the abdomen—a gesture associated with ritual stillness, ancestral presence, and shamanic mediation in the West Mexico Shaft Tomb tradition. The figure exhibits a broad torso, arched shoulders, and a domed headdress, all stylistic hallmarks of Nayarit and Jalisco artistry.

The surface displays mottled red-brown coloration with mineral deposits, root marks, and an earthen patina confirming long-term tomb burial. The figure is presented on a custom black museum-style base, enhancing its stability and display presence.

Features

- Classic seated posture with hands placed at the waist

- Prominent headdress band typical of West Mexican traditions

- Strong facial structure with pronounced cheeks and expressive features

- Thick, rounded limbs reflecting regional modeling aesthetics

- Ancient surface mineralization, root marks, and genuine burial patina

- Mounted on a custom museum-style stand

Cultural Significance
Figures of this type were placed in deep shaft tombs as guardians, ancestors, symbolic companions, or ritual intermediaries. They reflect one of ancient Mesoamerica’s most enigmatic traditions, known for its expressive human forms, communal burial practices, and spiritually rich artistic vocabulary.

Condition
Excellent ancient condition with minor surface wear, mineral deposits, and small losses consistent with age and excavation. No evidence of modern restoration.

Dimensions (Approximate)
Height: 6.25 in
Width: 2 in

Age
Circa 300 BCE – 300 CE (approximately 1,700+ years old)

Learn More

Discover a comparable museum example of West Mexican terracotta artistry: Seated Shaft-Tomb Figure – The Met Museum

Explore our curated collection of museum-quality Pre-Columbian relics: Ancient Pre-Columbian Artifacts – Relic And Rarity

Description

Historical Context & Origin

Region: West Mexico (likely Nayarit or Jalisco)
Material: Hand-modeled terracotta with mineral pigment traces
Period: Late Formative to Classic Period, circa 300 BCE – 300 CE

Description
This authentic Pre-Columbian terracotta figure depicts a seated individual with hands clasped at the abdomen—a gesture associated with ritual stillness, ancestral presence, and shamanic mediation in the West Mexico Shaft Tomb tradition. The figure exhibits a broad torso, arched shoulders, and a domed headdress, all stylistic hallmarks of Nayarit and Jalisco artistry.

The surface displays mottled red-brown coloration with mineral deposits, root marks, and an earthen patina confirming long-term tomb burial. The figure is presented on a custom black museum-style base, enhancing its stability and display presence.

Features

- Classic seated posture with hands placed at the waist

- Prominent headdress band typical of West Mexican traditions

- Strong facial structure with pronounced cheeks and expressive features

- Thick, rounded limbs reflecting regional modeling aesthetics

- Ancient surface mineralization, root marks, and genuine burial patina

- Mounted on a custom museum-style stand

Cultural Significance
Figures of this type were placed in deep shaft tombs as guardians, ancestors, symbolic companions, or ritual intermediaries. They reflect one of ancient Mesoamerica’s most enigmatic traditions, known for its expressive human forms, communal burial practices, and spiritually rich artistic vocabulary.

Condition
Excellent ancient condition with minor surface wear, mineral deposits, and small losses consistent with age and excavation. No evidence of modern restoration.

Dimensions (Approximate)
Height: 6.25 in
Width: 2 in

Age
Circa 300 BCE – 300 CE (approximately 1,700+ years old)

Learn More

Discover a comparable museum example of West Mexican terracotta artistry: Seated Shaft-Tomb Figure – The Met Museum

Explore our curated collection of museum-quality Pre-Columbian relics: Ancient Pre-Columbian Artifacts – Relic And Rarity

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