Figure c. 400 - 500

This anonymous sculpture, dating from c. 400–500, is a prime example of early American art. The two small, carved figures are crafted from greenstone and are representative of the human form. The abstract carvings convey a sense of human presence, even though they lack realistic detail, hinting at the importance of figures in early American culture. The sculpture, housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, offers a glimpse into the artistic sensibilities of a time period when simple, functional forms were valued.