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Seated Male Holding Chief’s Baton
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The ancient artists of West Mexico specialized in ceramic sculptures in a range of sizes, investing their creations with a warm humanity regardless of scale. This tripod-shaped figure represents a well-dressed chief holding a baton of authority.
| Artist / Maker | Mesoamerica, West Mexico, Nayarit |
|---|---|
| Date | 200 BCE–300 CE |
| Culture / Origin | Mesoamerica, West Mexico, Nayarit |
| Medium | ceramic, pigment |
| Dimensions | Overall: 23.5 x 12 cm (9 1/4 x 4 3/4 in.) |
| Department | Art of the Americas |
| Type | Ceramic |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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