Zoomorphic Figure with Tail
Artist
Unknown Artist
CultureJama Coaque
OriginManabi, Ecuador
Date200 BCE - 300 CE
MediumEarthenware, and hand-built.
DimensionsOverall: 12.7 x 4.5 cm (5 x 1 3/4 in.)
DescriptionJama Coaque Phase standing tansformation human figure with tail, Manabi Region, Ecuador, Regional Developmental Period, in act of transforming into feline. The figure has slitted eyes, mouth, and a protruding nose and ears. It is wearing two strand bead necklaces and other necklaces. The arms at side and is wearing breechcloth. There are traces of buff paint.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.205
Classifications
Ancient AmericasSub-classification
AndeanStatus
Not on viewArtist / Maker: Unknown Artist
200 BCE - 300 CE
Object number: G83.1.201
Artist / Maker: Unknown Artist
200 BCE - 300 CE
Object number: G83.1.206
Artist / Maker: Unknown Artist
500 BCE - 300 CE
Object number: G83.1.211