Standing Male Figure Holding a Plate Possibly 100 - 400

This terracotta sculpture, created by the Colima culture between 100 and 400 CE, depicts a standing male figure holding a plate. The figure's pose and attire suggest a ritual or ceremonial role. The figure's headdress and facial features are characteristic of Colima art, and the simplified form and rounded features are reminiscent of other ancient Mesoamerican sculptures. This piece, now housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, is a valuable example of the artistic and cultural practices of the Colima culture.