Pre-Columbian West Mexican Terracotta Standing Figure with Headdress | Nayarit/Jalisco | 300 BCE–500 CE

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Pre-Columbian West Mexican terracotta standing figure, 300 BCE–500 CE, Nayarit or Jalisco shaft tomb culture, with tall radiating headdress, abstract geometric features, and mineral accretions, mounted on display base
Pre-Columbian West Mexico terracotta standing figure with tall headdress
Nayarit/Jalisco shaft-tomb terracotta figure, 300 BCE–500 CE, abstract features
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Terracotta standing figure with tall radiating headdress, abstract features, Nayarit or Jalisco
West Mexican Pre-Columbian terracotta effigy, shaft tomb culture, mineral accretions, display-mounted
Nayarit/Jalisco terracotta standing figure, 300 BCE–500 CE, abstract geometric design, headdress
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Pre-Columbian terracotta effigy, West Mexico, abstract geometric features, mineral traces, display base
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Pre-Columbian terracotta standing figure with headdress, West Mexico, 300 BCE–500 CE, display-mounted
Pre-Columbian standing figure from Nayarit or Jalisco, mounted on display base
  • Pre-Columbian West Mexican terracotta standing figure, 300 BCE–500 CE, Nayarit or Jalisco shaft tomb culture, with tall radiating headdress, abstract geometric features, and mineral accretions, mounted on display base
  • Pre-Columbian West Mexico terracotta standing figure with tall headdress
  • Nayarit/Jalisco shaft-tomb terracotta figure, 300 BCE–500 CE, abstract features
  • West Mexican terracotta ritual figure with geometric details and mineral deposits
  • Terracotta standing figure with tall radiating headdress, abstract features, Nayarit or Jalisco
  • West Mexican Pre-Columbian terracotta effigy, shaft tomb culture, mineral accretions, display-mounted
  • Nayarit/Jalisco terracotta standing figure, 300 BCE–500 CE, abstract geometric design, headdress
  • Ancient West Mexican terracotta figure, tall radiating headdress, mounted, Pre-Columbian artifact
  • Pre-Columbian terracotta effigy, West Mexico, abstract geometric features, mineral traces, display base
  • West Mexican Nayarit/Jalisco standing figure, terracotta, radiating headdress, shaft tomb culture
  • Pre-Columbian terracotta standing figure with headdress, West Mexico, 300 BCE–500 CE, display-mounted
  • Pre-Columbian standing figure from Nayarit or Jalisco, mounted on display base
Pre-Columbian West Mexican terracotta standing figure, 300 BCE–500 CE, Nayarit or Jalisco shaft tomb culture, with tall radiating headdress, abstract geometric features, and mineral accretions, mounted on display base
Pre-Columbian West Mexico terracotta standing figure with tall headdress
Nayarit/Jalisco shaft-tomb terracotta figure, 300 BCE–500 CE, abstract features
West Mexican terracotta ritual figure with geometric details and mineral deposits
Terracotta standing figure with tall radiating headdress, abstract features, Nayarit or Jalisco
West Mexican Pre-Columbian terracotta effigy, shaft tomb culture, mineral accretions, display-mounted
Nayarit/Jalisco terracotta standing figure, 300 BCE–500 CE, abstract geometric design, headdress
Ancient West Mexican terracotta figure, tall radiating headdress, mounted, Pre-Columbian artifact
Pre-Columbian terracotta effigy, West Mexico, abstract geometric features, mineral traces, display base
West Mexican Nayarit/Jalisco standing figure, terracotta, radiating headdress, shaft tomb culture
Pre-Columbian terracotta standing figure with headdress, West Mexico, 300 BCE–500 CE, display-mounted
Pre-Columbian standing figure from Nayarit or Jalisco, mounted on display base

Pre-Columbian West Mexican Terracotta Standing Figure with Headdress | Nayarit/Jalisco | 300 BCE–500 CE

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Historical Context & Origin

Region: West Mexico (likely Nayarit or Jalisco)
Material: Hand-modeled terracotta with mineral accretions
Period: Pre-Columbian, circa 300 BCE – 500 CE

Description
A finely crafted Pre-Columbian terracotta standing figure from West Mexico, notable for its tall radiating headdress and abstract geometric features. The figure stands with slightly bent legs, hands pressed against the torso, and a solemn expression defined by almond-shaped eyes, a broad triangular nose, and an incised mouth. The monumental headdress fans outward in stylized ridges, emphasizing ritual or social status, suggesting the figure may represent a leader, warrior, or ancestral guardian.

The surface retains mineral deposits and encrustations from long burial, consistent with shaft tomb discoveries. The figure is mounted on a modern black base for stability and display.

Features

- Pre-Columbian terracotta figure with tall radiating headdress

- Hands held at torso with stylized abstract body form

- Surface with mineral accretions from age and burial

- Strong typological parallels to Nayarit/Jalisco shaft tomb culture

- Mounted on a modern display stand

Cultural Significance
Figures like this were interred in shaft tombs throughout West Mexico, often in pairs or groups, serving as guardians, ancestors, or ritual participants for the deceased. The striking headdresses and geometric stylization convey lineage, ritual authority, and spiritual protection, making them some of the most emblematic and compelling examples of Pre-Columbian West Mexican art.

Condition
Age-consistent wear and surface deposits; minor chips and erosion typical of shaft tomb terracottas. Overall intact and stable.

Dimensions (approximate)
Height: 6.5 in
Width: 2 in
Depth: 2 in

Age
Pre-Columbian, circa 300 BCE – 500 CE

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Description

Historical Context & Origin

Region: West Mexico (likely Nayarit or Jalisco)
Material: Hand-modeled terracotta with mineral accretions
Period: Pre-Columbian, circa 300 BCE – 500 CE

Description
A finely crafted Pre-Columbian terracotta standing figure from West Mexico, notable for its tall radiating headdress and abstract geometric features. The figure stands with slightly bent legs, hands pressed against the torso, and a solemn expression defined by almond-shaped eyes, a broad triangular nose, and an incised mouth. The monumental headdress fans outward in stylized ridges, emphasizing ritual or social status, suggesting the figure may represent a leader, warrior, or ancestral guardian.

The surface retains mineral deposits and encrustations from long burial, consistent with shaft tomb discoveries. The figure is mounted on a modern black base for stability and display.

Features

- Pre-Columbian terracotta figure with tall radiating headdress

- Hands held at torso with stylized abstract body form

- Surface with mineral accretions from age and burial

- Strong typological parallels to Nayarit/Jalisco shaft tomb culture

- Mounted on a modern display stand

Cultural Significance
Figures like this were interred in shaft tombs throughout West Mexico, often in pairs or groups, serving as guardians, ancestors, or ritual participants for the deceased. The striking headdresses and geometric stylization convey lineage, ritual authority, and spiritual protection, making them some of the most emblematic and compelling examples of Pre-Columbian West Mexican art.

Condition
Age-consistent wear and surface deposits; minor chips and erosion typical of shaft tomb terracottas. Overall intact and stable.

Dimensions (approximate)
Height: 6.5 in
Width: 2 in
Depth: 2 in

Age
Pre-Columbian, circa 300 BCE – 500 CE

Learn More

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

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