Antique Pre-Columbian Colima Pottery Flat Slab Figure

An antique Pre-Columbian Colima pottery figure of flat slab form, representing a stylized standing human figure associated with the shaft tomb traditions of West Mexico. The figure displays a paddle-like body with abbreviated arms and elongated legs. Facial features are simply rendered, complemented by applied ear ornaments and a headdress, with incised and modeled details suggesting adornment and attire. Such figures were typically placed as funerary offerings within tomb chambers, reflecting the artistic and cultural practices of ancient Colima.

• Condition: Good overall condition; general wear; break to arm and ankle, both repaired; an inset element to the reverse of the head, likely a later restoration; kindly see photos
• Measurements: 9 inches tall, 4 inches wide
• Dates to: Pre-Columbian
• Signed/Marked: N/A