Motifs in this civilization's art include the elongated man and were-jaguars.
This civilization may have been the descendant of the mythical Xia dynasty, based on a similarity in facial features found in masks, which this civilization was known for carving in jade. Motifs in this civilization's art include the elongated man and were-jaguars. A major center of this civilization was uncovered at San Lorenzo, while another is at (*) La Venta. This civilization was argued by Matthew Stirling to be the first based in Mesoamerica. The most famous relics of this civilization were made from basalt and weigh several tons. For 10 points, name this civilization best known for its statues of gigantic heads.
This civilization may have been the descendant of the mythical Xia dynasty, based on a similarity in facial features found in masks, which this civilization was known for carving in jade.
Olmecs