Seated Female Figurine with Elongated Head c. 300

This small, terracotta figurine, created by Jalisco artisans around 300 CE, depicts a seated female figure with an elongated head. The figure's body is rendered with simple, stylized features, while her head is dramatically elongated and adorned with a distinctive, tall headdress. The figure is painted in red, highlighting key features and adding depth to the composition. This artifact, housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, provides insight into the artistic traditions and beliefs of the Jalisco people during the ancient Mesoamerican period.