The
potters of the River San Jorge valley made large numbers of plump,
naked women with pronounced sexual organs, either kneeling or
squatting on their heels. The symbolism of woman was doubtless
related to ideas of fertilisation, fertility, wisdom and respect.
Female Figure
Pottery 150 b.C. – A.D.
1600
San Marcos, Sucre
20.10 x 25.10 cm
