{"product_id":"pre-columbian-guangala-mother-and-child-figure","title":"Published Pre-Columbian Bahia Mother and Child Figure","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-Columbian Bahia Mother and Child Figure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcuador, Los Esteros Bahia phase, ca. 500 B.C.-100CE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA rare and published ceramic figure depicting a stylized mother holding a child, rendered in a distinctive abstracted form characteristic of Bahia sculptural tradition. The figure displays exaggerated facial features, including large, protruding eyes and a prominent nose, with a compact body and simplified anatomical treatment. The child is cradled securely in the arms, emphasizing themes of maternity and protection that are central to early Ecuadorian iconography.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe surface retains a light buff tone with areas of mineral accretion and age-related patina. The composition is notable for its sculptural balance and expressive reduction of form, aligning with Bahia examples from Los Esteros. The figure is mounted on a custom display base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight (figure): approximately 2 3\/4 in. (7 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Fair, with loss to the lower portion (broken leg as noted in early documentation). Surface wear and encrustation consistent with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example is published and illustrated in Maternity in Pre-Columbian Art by Florencio García Cisneros (page 82), confirming its art historical significance and long-standing presence in the scholarly record. The book has the piece described as Guangala as well as the appraisal. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCF. Little People of the Earth: Ceramic figures from Ancient America, page 25. Fig. 5, which describe these figures as from Los Esteros, Bahia phase. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance: Frances L. Wolfson collection; acquired from José E. Alegría, San Juan, Puerto Rico, January 14, 1976. An appraisal letter is also included from 1990 with a value of $1,500 for the figure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Minerva Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52869463703849,"sku":null,"price":1000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2762\/2185\/files\/IMG-5441.jpg?v=1774299181","url":"https:\/\/minerva-gallery.com\/es\/products\/pre-columbian-guangala-mother-and-child-figure","provider":"Minerva Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}