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Valdivia

Female figurine fragment

Valdivia, 3000-2250

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Valdivia

Female figurine fragment

Valdivia, 3000-2250

Physical Qualities Earthenware, red slipped, 3 3/8 × 1 15/16 × 1 3/8 in. (8.5 × 4.9 × 3.5 cm.)
Credit Line Gift of Phyllis K. and A. Harvey Schreter, Baltimore
Object Number 1999.500
Head and torso of female figurine. The arms and legs have been broken off, likely the result of intentional breaking during ritual manipulation of the object. This example consists of a diminutive face, overshadowed by a large hood-like coiffure. The coiffure lacks incisions, and is slipped red with some fire-clouding. Breakage is visible on the back of the coiffure. The torso portion of the figurine displays large breasts. The hairstyle and physiological details of the figurine suggest that it represents a mature woman.

Culture

Valdivia

2000–2000

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Fragment of Female Figure
2000
Valdivia
Figure
3000–2300