Nayarit Ceramic Figure - Vintage Archaeological Replica - 1960s

Artistic ceramic reproduction of an anthropomorphic statuette in the Nayarit style, representative of the cultures of Western Mexico.

Object History: The Nayarit culture (circa 300 BC - 400 AD) was noted for its expressive and detailed ceramics, often associated with funerary contexts in shaft tombs. This piece is a mid-20th-century handcrafted replica, likely from the 1960s, a period when there was great interest in high-quality archaeological reproductions for the collecting and technical decoration market.

Details and Condition:
- Period: 1960s (vintage replica)
- Technique: Hand-modeled clay with hand-applied earthy pigments.
- Dimensions: Height of 17.5 cm (6.89 inches); Weight of 340 g (0.75 lb).
- Material: Fired clay ceramic.
- Condition: Preserved in excellent vintage condition. It features a natural patina and intentional wear that emulates the antiquity of the original pieces. No fractures or structural restorations observed.

Collection Value: This object represents an ideal study and decoration piece for collectors of pre-Hispanic art or for interiors seeking an authentic ethnic and archaeological aesthetic.