Tlatilco Female Figurines
Definition
Tlatilco Female Figurines are small ceramic sculptures created by the ancient people of Tlatilco in present-day Mexico. These figurines depict women with exaggerated features, such as large eyes and prominent breasts.
Related terms
Olmec Colossal Heads: Massive stone heads created by the Olmec civilization in Mesoamerica. These heads depict rulers or deities and showcase their power and authority.
Maya Hieroglyphics: The writing system used by the ancient Maya civilization. It consists of intricate symbols and glyphs that were carved into stone or written on bark paper.
Aztec Calendar Stone: Also known as the Sun Stone, it is a massive circular stone sculpture created by the Aztecs. It represents their complex understanding of time, astronomy, and religious beliefs.
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AP Art History - 1.4 Unit 1 Required Works
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AP Art History - Unit 1 Overview: Global Prehistory, 30,000-500 BCE
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