Funerary urn 600 - 900

This Zapotec funerary urn from 600 - 900 AD, currently located at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, depicts a seated figure with an elaborate headdress, likely representing a deity or important figure. The urn, crafted from ceramic, measures 7 3/4 x 5 1/2 in. (19.7 x 14.0 cm), and its detailed carvings showcase the artistic mastery of the Zapotec civilization. The funerary urn, a testament to their cultural practices, serves as a poignant reminder of their belief in the afterlife and their reverence for their ancestors.