Seated Female Figure 600 - 900

This small terracotta sculpture, "Seated Female Figure," is a prime example of Maya art from 600 to 900. The figure is depicted in a seated position, with her arms raised in a gesture of offering or supplication. Her attire includes a headdress and a decorative skirt, suggesting a person of status. The sculpture is now housed in the Minneapolis Institute of Art. The simplified yet expressive features and the figure's posture are characteristic of Maya art, showcasing their mastery of ceramic sculpture and their dedication to capturing the human form.