Figuration and Fragmentation in Preclassic Mesoamerica

November 17, 7:00 p.m., Hamline University

This talk explores the significance of acts of human representation in Preclassic Mesoamerica from 1800 BCE to CE 250. It considers monumental stone sculptures, like the famous colossal heads of the Olmec, but also small, palm-sized, hand modeled ceramic figurines. This event is part of the Maya Society of Minnesota’s 45th Anniversary Lecture Series. Learn more and register at mayasocietyofmn.org/events.