Body Art: Marks of Identity | November 20, 1999 to May 29, 2000
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Nayarit Figure
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This male figure from the Mexican state of Nayarit shows lines of scarification that outline zones of painting on his face, neck, arms, torso, and waist. He has sculpted hair and wears multiple rings that were attached by piercing the nose and ears, probably indicating high status.

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