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Bahia Culture (Mahia, Ecuador). Figure sitting cross-legged
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Bahia Culture (Mahia, Ecuador). Figure sitting cross-legged
Bahia Culture (Mahia, Ecuador). 300 BC-500 AD. Figure sitting cross-legged. 24 x 15 cm. From Ecuador. Period of Regional Development. Private collection
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This figure, a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Bahia Culture in ancient Ecuador, is depicted in this stunning 24 x 15 cm ceramic print. Dating back to the Period of Regional Development, around 300 BC-500 AD, this figurine hails from the region of La Bahia, near the modern-day city of Caraquez. The figure is shown sitting cross-legged, a common posture in Bahian art, reflecting the influence of the indigenous peoples who inhabited this area long before the arrival of Europeans. The intricately molded pottery, a hallmark of Bahian craftsmanship, showcases the figure's detailed features, including its expressive face and elongated ears. The figure's cross-legged position, a posture often associated with meditation or spiritual practices, speaks to the deep spiritual connection the Bahian people had with their environment and the natural world. The Bahia Culture, also known as the Mahia Culture, flourished in the coastal region of Ecuador, producing a diverse range of ceramics, textiles, and metalwork. This figurine, now in a private collection, offers a glimpse into the artistic and cultural achievements of this ancient civilization, which played a significant role in the development of the Precolumbian art of the Americas.
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