The Art Institute of Chicago
Ancient West Mexico's Serious Fun
12/15, 12-12:45 p.m. Meet in Griffin Court Free with admission

Ceramic works of art from ancient West Mexico often convey a sense of fun as figures dance, tell stories, or perform. Learn what these apparently casual activities tell us about the serious side of life in a thriving Pre-Columbian culture.


Nayarit, Mexico. Model Depicting a Ritual Center, A.D. 100/800. Gift of Ethel and Julian R. Goldsmith.

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