{"product_id":"large-pre-columbian-huastec-pottery-ballplayer","title":"Large Pre-Columbian Huastec Pottery Ballplayer","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn impressive and large ceramic figure depicting a Huastec ballplayer, standing with elongated proportions and wearing a tall cylindrical headdress. The figure features prominent earspools and a chest pectoral, likely representing protective or ceremonial attire associated with the Mesoamerican ballgame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHuastec figures are recognized for their refined modeling and distinctive facial features, shown here with a calm, slightly open-mouthed expression. The imposing headdress and adornments suggest status and ritual importance, possibly linked to elite participation in ceremonial ballgame traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSurface displays strong age with mineral deposits, encrustation, and weathering consistent with long-term burial. Visible repair to the headdress.\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 11 1\/2 in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Repair to headdress; otherwise intact with expected surface wear and deposits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvenance: Ex Kevin Martin Collection, Florida; acquired via Live Oak Auctions, Texas\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Minerva Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52983095820585,"sku":null,"price":2000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2762\/2185\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_fc3516fe-aade-4c72-813a-277df80d2008.jpg?v=1776117807","url":"https:\/\/minerva-gallery.com\/es\/products\/large-pre-columbian-huastec-pottery-ballplayer","provider":"Minerva Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}