Effigy vessel

Effigy vessel

Effigy vessel

Date: 1300-1500 CE
Location where collected:Casas Grandes, Mexico
Medium: Fired clay
Classification: Containers
Credit Line: Gift of John P. Ramsey
Object number: 1932.27.5
DescriptionWhite slipped with polychrome design in red and black. Effigy of kneeling naked man, one knee raised, displays male organ. Designs on back characteristic of late Casas Grandes, possibly represent body paint or tattooing. Legs and face also painted in black; small protruding features.
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