Pre-Columbian Quimbaya cauca seated figure attributed to the Chontal tradition

attributed to the Chontal tradition

and Ceramic Art of Prehispanic Colombia

and burial accretions consistent with age

possibly as a chest ornament or ceremonial regalia element

A central decorative band presents glyph-like symbols

Pre-Columbian Quimbaya cauca seated figure attributed to the Chontal traditionThis Pre Columbian Quimbaya culture seated figure originates from the Cauca region of Colombia and dates to approximately 500 BCE 500 CE. The sculpture is modeled in solid terracotta and depicts a seated human figure with knees bent forward and hands resting upon the thighs, a posture commonly associated with ritual or ceremonial representation in Quimbaya figural art. The figure features a rounded head with pierced ears, almond shaped eyes, a