Pre-Columbian Quimbaya cauca seated figure tapering headdress and large earspools

tapering headdress and large earspools

The anthropomorphic figure likely represents a supernatural being

Veracruz Sonriente figures are believed to have played an important role in ceremonial life

Remnants of original mineral-based pigment remain visible across the surface

including yellow ochre flesh tones and black detailing around the eyes and brows

Pre-Columbian Quimbaya cauca seated figure tapering headdress and large earspoolsThis Pre Columbian Quimbaya culture seated figure originates from the Cauca region of Colombia and dates to approximately 500 BCE 500 CE. The sculpture is modeled in solid terracotta and depicts a seated human figure with knees bent forward and hands resting upon the thighs, a posture commonly associated with ritual or ceremonial representation in Quimbaya figural art. The figure features a rounded head with pierced ears, almond shaped eyes, a