Large Pre-Columbian Huastec Pottery Ballplayer Length: 15 1/2 inches

Length: 15 1/2 inches

the rising sun and the daily cycle of rebirth

and rich stone place it among the most desirable Costa Rican jade pendants

Pre-Columbian

The Eye of Horus symbolized protection

Large Pre-Columbian Huastec Pottery Ballplayer Length: 15 1/2 inchesAn impressive and large ceramic figure depicting a Huastec ballplayer, standing with elongated proportions and wearing a tall cylindrical headdress. The figure features prominent earspools and a chest pectoral, likely representing protective or ceremonial attire associated with the Mesoamerican ballgame. Huastec figures are recognized for their refined modeling and distinctive facial features, shown here with a calm, slightly open mouthed expression.