Ring of Figures

Colima

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In this scene eight alternating male and female figures holding each other at the shoulders form a circle. The females are taller than the males; they wear headbands and long skirts wrapped around their hips; the males wear loincloths and chin straps. In the center of the circle are three male figures holding objects, possibly musical instruments. The heads of the females are solid clay while those of the males are hollow and appear to be whistles. The facial features of all figures are appliqued.

Ring of Figures, Ceramic, Colima

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