Pre-Columbian Art / Mezcala Stone Standing Figure, 500 BCE - 100 CE
Stone
4.25
PF.0328a
This standing figure is so abstract that it should be judged by its vitality as well as its beauty. Eyes, mouth, nose and body definitions are merely suggested by wide...
This standing figure is so abstract that it should be judged by its vitality as well as its beauty. Eyes, mouth, nose and body definitions are merely suggested by wide or narrow groves. This sculpture has an inherent energy independent of what it represents. This way of conveying energy became unique to this area of ancient Meso-America referred to as Mezcala. It has its own unique language of space and monumental form. The language and enery of this standing figure comes across with such force that it summons our undevoted attention.