COLLECTION NAME:
The AMICA Library
Record
AMICA ID:
CMA_.1951.162
AMICA Library Year:
2002
Object Type:
Decorative Arts and Utilitarian Objects
Creator Nationality:
North American; Central American; Mesoamerican; Teotihuacán
Creator Name-CRT:
Central Mexico, Teotihuanán style (1-750)
Title:
Figurine Head Fragment
Title Type:
Primary
View:
Full View
Creation Date:
350-750
Creation Start Date:
350
Creation End Date:
750
Materials and Techniques:
molded earthenware with pigment
Classification Term:
Ceramic
Style or Period:
Mexico, Teotihuanán style (AD1-750)
Dimensions:
Overall: 6.2cm x 6.7cm x 2.2cm
AMICA Contributor:
The Cleveland Museum of Art
Owner Location:
Cleveland, Ohio, USA
ID Number:
1951.162
Credit Line:
The Norweb Collection
Context:
The use of press-molds at Teotihuacan permitted mass production of elaborately costumed human figurines. Lavishly ornamented headdresses are also worn by figures depicted on Teotihuacan's fresco-painted walls.
Related Image Identifier Link:
CMA_.AM20020460.tif
