This female figure is about 2000 years
old. It is made of Terracotta. It shows a mother
goddess. Clay is an important part of India. It comes from the ground, which is
important for all life. This gives clay extra meaning.
The
body was modelled by a village craftsman out of soft clay, and
pellets were added to show the eyes, hair, breasts and jewellery. Simple
tools were then used for the legs and hair.
