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Pottery Figure at The British Museum, London

Title
Pottery figure


Artist
Unknown


Date
Classic Veracruz, AD 300-1200


Medium
Terracotta


Dimensions
Approx 15cm


Accession #
Ethno. 1982 Am 24.1



 
Smiling heads originally formed part of ceramic figurines with outstretched arms (like this one) which have been found in groups surrounding high-status burials in southern Veracruz. They may represent individuals who were given an inebriating potion, perhaps cacao mixed with ololiohqui seeds (Morning Glory; Rivea Corymbosa) to induce euphoria before being sacrificed. The symbols on the headdresses possibly signify the patron deities of each month.
 

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