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(1) THE WRESTLER
ORIGIN: MEXICO The Olmec were the first major civilization in Mexico following a progressive development in Soconusco. They lived in the tropical lowlands of south-central Mexico. This is an ancient statuette that is one of the most important sculptures of the Olmec culture. The figure has been praised not only for its realism and sense of energy, but also for its aesthetic qualities. (2) ACROBAT ORIGIN: MEXICO Tlatilco is an important Archaeological site because its finds demonstrate advances in ceramics during the Early Formative Period. |