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By way of illustration, the Olmec culture was the first true civilization of Meso-America. The Olmec created monumental works such as stone reliefs and colossal heads. Vessels, small solid figures, and larger hollow ones, were among the works produced at the inland Olmec sites. The finest Olmec works are united by their superb artistry—that this early 'mother' culture of Meso-America could produce such refined works continues to astonish.