Figure Item Number: E148 from the MOA: University of British Columbia

Description

Dark grey figure, rectangular in shape with an orange slip. The figure is mostly flat with the face in relief. It is wearing a headdress, ear spools and necklace. The belt has crisscross design and the headdress has circular detailing. The figure is missing both of its arms.

Narrative

Said to be a contemporary piece when collected in 1960.

Item History

What

Name
Figure
Identification Number
E148
Type of Item
figure
Material
clay
Manufacturing Technique
moulded
Overall
height 6.4 cm, width 3.4 cm, depth 2.4 cm

Who

Culture
Maya
Previous Owner
Eric Axen
Received from
Eric Axen (Donor)

Where

Holding Institution
MOA: University of British Columbia
Made in
El Tigre, Michoacan, Mexico

When

Collection Date
during 1960
Ownership Date
before May 15, 1959
Acquisition Date
on May 15, 1959

Other

Item Classes
ceramics
Condition
good
Accession Number
2205/0002