Captive Tied to Pole

Artist Unknown Artist

Date1200 - 1500

Place of ManufactureVera Cruz, Mexico, Central America

MediumMaterial: stone

DimensionsOverall: 50 x 28 cm

ClassificationsFINE ART

Credit LineGift of R.W. Finlayson

Object number1983.059.001

DescriptionA full, standing figure of a man holding a cylindrical form with both hands is carved in stone. The form & feet join in a soild mass at the base with the figure's head looking skyward

The stiff, rigid and flat stone carving is typical of the technical abilities of the Huastic culture as is the dramatic subject matter.

Status

Not on view