Xochipala and Olmec
Figurine head
Xochipala, 1200-500
Scroll
Physical Qualities
Earthenware, white slip, 1 11/16 × 1 1/8 × 1 1/8 in. (4.3 × 2.8 × 2.8 cm.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John J. McCavitt, Plantation, Florida
Object Number
1993.338
Head of figurine made of solid, sandy clay. Fleshy face, modeled features, drilled eye, nostril, and mouth openings. Mouth slightly ajar. Oval spot applique on forehead. Face is covered with a thick white slip reminiscent of Las Bocas or Morelos style Olmec figures. Head is noticably deformed. Compact, unpainted cap worn diagonally on the head. Small, drilled ear spools.
