Colima Redware Seated Hunchback Figure, Protoclassic to Early Classic Period, ca. 100 BCE – 250 CE Tools & Weapons or blocks of tuff for

or blocks of tuff for the superstructure

utilitarian form are characteristic of early Imperial domestic and cosmetic vessels

or pure whites that were adorned with intricate architectural and plant-like designs

or even as a part of burial practices

likely worn by a woman of significant cultural or religious standing

Colima Redware Seated Hunchback Figure, Protoclassic to Early Classic Period, ca. 100 BCE – 250 CE Tools & Weapons or blocks of tuff forThis finely modeled redware figure depicts a seated hunchback with arms resting on bent knees, rendered in a characteristic two tone slip with traces of black mineral deposits from long burial. The facial features are sensitively formed, showing heavy lidded eyes, a broad nose, and a slightly parted mouth, conveying a contemplative or trance like expression. The figure wears a pendant necklace and has pierced ears, likely once adorned with ear