Veracruz culture 6th-9th century, smiling head

Smiling Head
Veracruz Culture, 6th–9th Century A.D.

Material: Terracotta
Height (without base): 19 cm
Height (with base): 25 cm
Width: 22.5 cm

Provenance:
Parisian art market

Comparable Works:
- New York, Metropolitan Museum of Art, inv. 1979.206.577; inv. 1979.206.561

This piece exemplifies the expressive artistry of the Veracruz culture, showcasing the distinct "smiling face" motif prevalent in the region's ceramics during this period. Our example stands out from this corpus due to its particularly large dimensions.