Title: Standing Figure. Date: 1st–8th century. Geography: Mexico, Mesoamerica, Guerrero, Balsas River region. Culture: Mezcala. Medium: Greenstone (diorite) Dimensions: H. 4 1/16 x …

Mezcala standing figures typically feature an elongated and oblong shape that suggests the figures were recycled from celts, or hand axes.

This Mezcala figure, originating in what is today the western state of Guerrero, Mexico, was likely recycled from a stone celt, or hand axe, and was probably shaped into its human-like form …

The outstanding Mezcala figure seen here was carved and polished from an unidentified dark green stone. The piece is especially notable for the particular combination of work that comes …

Open today 10–11 members | 11–5 public See all hours CC0 Public Domain Designation Standing Figure 300 BCE–300 CE Mezcala Guerrero, Mexico Status Currently Off View …

Image Not Available for Standing Figure Public Domain ExpandFavorite CultureMezcala Titles Standing Figure Date200 BC–300 AD Made inMexico MediumGreen stone, possibly …

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The pronounced eye cavities, horizontally cut mouth, and the deep carving that created the legs of this Mezcala figure are some of the features that distinguish this work along with the high …

Title: Standing Figure. Date: 1st–8th century. Geography: Mexico, Mesoamerica, Guerrero, Balsas River region. Culture: Mezcala. Medium: Greenstone. Dimensions: H. 13 3/4 x W. 4 7/8 …

Mezcala standing figures were often carved and polished from a light green stone, in this case perhaps andesite. The rounded head, prominent eyebrows, cuts to create eyes, slight nose, …