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Standing figurine holding an animal (dog?)
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Clay figurines were the earliest and most common art form in Mexico and other countries in the ancient Mesoamerican (Middle American) culture region. Made first by hand and later with molds, most figurines belong to the traditions of commoners, such as farmers, rather than those of elites.
| Artist / Maker | Anonymous, possibly Tuxcacueso-Ortices municipality |
|---|---|
| Date | 300 BCE–300 CE |
| Culture / Origin | Mesoamerica, West Mexico, Colima or Jalisco state, possibly Tuxcacueso-Ortices municipality |
| Medium | ceramic and pigment |
| Dimensions | Overall: 16 x 8 cm (6 5/16 x 3 1/8 in.) |
| Department | Art of the Americas |
| Type | Ceramic |
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