Precolumbian Art - Mesoamerica

Mesoamerica includes Mexico and the Mayan Territories

The major archaeological cultural phases in Pre-Columbian Mexico include Olmec, Monte Alto, Monte Albán, Maya, Teotihuacan, Michoacan, Zapotec, Jalisco, Nayarit, Colima, Mezcala, Chupicuaro, Veracruz, Tarascan, Mixtec, Tula, Toltec, Casas Grande, and Aztec.

The Maya civilization area is divided into three zones: northern lowlands, southern lowlands, and highlands, encompassing present-day countries such as southern Mexico, the Yucatan Peninsula, Belize, Guatemala, western Honduras, and northern El Salvador.


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Maya Stone Mask of Young Pakal the Great

This Maya stone mask presents an intriguing portrayal of a male figure, likely depicting Kʼinich Janaabʼ Pakal, the renowned Mayan ruler. The finely sculpted...

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Amazing Olmec Jade Were-Jaguar Pendant

A remarkable were-jaguar artifact from the Olmec civilization is a Nephrite dark green jade pendant from the Middle Pre-classic Period, dating between 900-600

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Aztec Stone Toci Figure

Explore this exquisite Aztec stone figure of Toci. This finely sculpted votive piece captures Toci in an unusual standing position. The details of her intricate

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Olmec Weathered Jade Mask

This exquisite weathered were-jaguar Olmec mask, carved from a stunning oatmeal green, white jadeite stone, is a masterpiece of artistry. This Olmec stone mask

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Aztec Druzy Crystal Skull Maskette

This sophisticated druzy quartz stone skull maskette exemplifies intricate Aztec artistry. This macabre-looking skull is adorned with a stylized coiffure...

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Fine Mayan Stone Dagger

A fine Mayan stone dagger. Bi-facially knapped with a thin handle and ridged sharp blades. Marbleized Gray-blue chert. The dagger is very symmetric...

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Mayan Stone Skull c. 650 A.D.

The pre-Columbian Mayan stone skull is a rare and highly significant artifact from the Maya culture of Mesoamerica. The Maya civilization was renowned...

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Teotihuacan Sitting Figure

This solid molded Teotihuacan sitting figurine, originating from Xolapan, Mexico, exemplifies the artistry and symbolism of the Teotihuacan civilization during

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Jalisco Seated Female Holding Bowl

A sweet-looking Jalisco seated female holding a bowl. This hollowed pottery figure has a white slip surface with an overall dark sediment deposit encrusted.

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Zatopec Effigy Incensario Vessel

The representation of this Zatopec effigy vessel depicts an ancestor of the deceased or shaman adorned by a jaguar's headpiece that features a plumed feathered

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Superb Michoacan Effigy Vessel

This is a superb globular effigy vessel from the Michoacan culture in Mexico. Ca. 100 B.C. - 250 A.D. Stands over 10" in height. Cream paint over a highly...

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Sizable Mixtec Stone Figure

This sculpture is a sizable seated ancestral Mixtec figure. The sandstone is grey-pink. He is in a squatting position with his hands propped to his knees...

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