Vinca Idol

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Vinca Idol by unknown artist; A ceramic statue of a human figure with a large head and small body. The figure has a large head with a face that is painted with black and red designs. The face has a long nose and mouth, and large circular eyes. The body is a cylinder with lines carved into it to resemble clothing or a skirt. The arms are short and appear to be bent at the elbows. The statue is made of clay and has a rough texture. The background is dark at the top and lightens towards the bottom.