Baby faces, sometimes referred to as hollow babies, are typical of Olmec art. Because they were made so prolifically, it is assumed they were an important part of Olmec culture, but their use and symbolism is a mystery.
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Title: Baby Head
Creator: Olmec
Date Created: circa 800 BCE
Location Created: Olmec
Provenance: Retha Bloodworth Collection
Subject Keywords: Ancient America
Type: Figurine
Rights: Museo de las Americas
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