Sonrientes

(noun)

A type of ceramic figurine produced by theVeracruz culture. Literally translates to "smiling" in Spanish.

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Examples of Sonrientes in the following topics:

  • Ceramcis of the Veracruz

    • Of particular note are the Sonrientes (Smiling) Figurines, with triangular-shaped heads and outstretched arms.
    • The Sonrientes figure from Remojadas (below) provides scholars with an example of the clothing worn in ancient times, such as the loincloth and headdress.