Artistic reproduction of an anthropomorphic statuette from the shaft tomb tradition of western Mexico. This piece was produced as a high-quality promotional object for the drug Arquidon by Laboratorios Funk, following the 20th-century practice of Mexican pharmaceutical companies gifting archaeological replicas to the medical community.
Object History:
The Barrancas style, originating from the Nayarit region, is distinguished by seated figures with characteristic shoulder ornamentation and headdresses. During the second half of the 20th century, the pharmaceutical industry in Mexico collaborated with artisans to create faithful reproductions that served as institutional advertising material, merging pre-Hispanic cultural heritage with modern medical paraphernalia.
Details and Characteristics:
- Period: 1990s (reproduction of a 500-400 BC design)
- Technique: Modeled ceramic with a dark patina finish and ocher pigments.
- Dimensions: Height: 13 cm (5.12 inches); Width: 7 cm (2.76 inches); Depth: 7 cm (2.76 inches).
- Weight: 175 g (0.38 lb).
- Base: Wooden support with technical drug inscriptions and cultural reference.
Condition:
The figure is in excellent condition, maintaining the integrity of the ceramic structure and surface details. The wooden base shows minimal natural patina consistent with its age, without compromising stability or the legibility of the markings.
Valuation:
An object of interest for collectors of medical history, vintage pharmaceutical paraphernalia, and enthusiasts of Mexican archaeological art.
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