Jama-Coaque
Standing male dignitary
Jama-Coaque, 500
Scroll
Jama-Coaque
Standing male dignitary
Jama-Coaque, 500
Physical Qualities
Earthenware, 6 in. (15.2 cm.)
Credit Line
Purchase with exchange funds from Gift of Alan Wurtzburger, and Antioch Subscription Fund
Object Number
1964.35.4
Hollow figure of buff-red clay with applique, incised details, and remnant post-fire paint. The figure is supported on a clay base. A small firing hole is found beneath the cap in the back.
The figure's attire consists of a yellow horned cap, shoulder fringe, and loincloth -- clothing associated with musicians. A nose ornament covers the mouth; hoop earrings in blue and yellow pigments are indicated. His right arm is held inward; the hand has broken off. His left arm is held upward, holding a scroll-like object that may be a musical instrument.
The surface is burned at the loincloth and the right arm. In addition to the hand, the feet have broken off.
