Large Pre-Columbian Chontal stone figure

A large Pre-Columbian Chontal figure carved from serpentine, a dark green stone with natural white and gray inclusions that create a marbled appearance. This figure, originating from the Chontal region of Guerrero, Mexico, dates to the Middle to Late Preclassic period (circa 600-200 BCE). The Chontal people are known for their unique stone carvings that blend Olmec and other Mesoamerican influences, characterized by their abstract, geometric style.The figure is prominently sized, indicating its importance, and is depicted in a standing position with a highly stylized and abstract form. The body is broad and robust, with a distinct blocky appearance. The head is disproportionately large, featuring deep incisions for the eyes, which are rendered as simple horizontal slits, and the mouth, carved as three parallel horizontal lines, giving it a mask-like and enigmatic expression. The minimalistic features highlight the geometric and symbolic aesthetics typical of Chontal artistry.The figure