Pre-Columbian Huastec Stone Boundary marker while the figure retains a

while the figure retains a strong sculptural presence with softly modeled facial features and extensive ceremonial adornment

700–500 BC (Archaic Period)

forming decorative bands and a broad vertical stripe down the back

Such iconography is emblematic of the international prestige network of the Early Classic era

areas of encrustation

Pre-Columbian Huastec Stone Boundary marker while the figure retains aHuastec Stone Figure of an Agricultural Deity with Digging Stick Pre Columbian, Huastec culture, Northern Gulf Coast, Veracruz region, Mexico, Early Postclassic period, ca. A. D. 9001200 Height: 19 in. (49. 5 cm) An exceptionally rare and monumental stone sculpture depicting an aged, hunch backed figure reminiscent of the Old Fire God Huehueteotl, here reimagined as an agricultural deity. The figure leans forward with both hands grasping a tall,