Impressive display grouping! Found near huaqueadas graves or in caves consisting of many chambers, in southern Peru, ca. 1300 - 1600 A.D. These random-shaped ancient ceramics, possibly reworked fragments of large vases, were most likely used for ceremonial purposes; painted in bright colors. Associated with the ceramic Chuquibamba, these painted plates or plaques were left as offerings to the Gods (hence the name offrenda). Museum-quality black metal mount. Set of three, each plate measures ... Click for details
Michoacan female figure from Mexico, ca. 1300 A.D. Standing Venus figure dons an elaborate hairdo, robust body and not much else. Note the detailing in the face, especially the eyes and mouth. Ears are pierced. Venus figures like this usually portray a pregnant female, and therefore was most likely a fertility votive terracotta. 4-1/2"H x 2"W, losses to top of head as shown, plus wear to feet and hands, else very good. ... Click for details
This nice piece is a carved greenstone "penate", i.e. "pendant", figurine that is approximately 3.25 inches high. This piece is a larger example, with a higher quality green colored stone, than what is usually seen. This attractive piece is Mixtec, dates circa 1100-1500 A.D., and was worn as a protective amulet. This piece has a bow-drilled hole at the top back side, which allowed this piece to be worn and suspended in an upward position. The body of this piece has a flat backside and is car... Click for details
Found near huaqueadas graves or in caves consisting of many chambers, in southern Peru, ca. 1300 - 1600 A.D. These random-shaped ancient ceramics, possibly reworked fragments of large vases, were most likely used for ceremonial purposes; painted in bright colors. This plate features a radiating sun, a life-giving force. Associated with the ceramic Chuquibamba, these painted plates or plaques were left as offerings to the Gods (hence the name offrenda). 6-1/2"D, intact/choice condition, all origi... Click for details
Exceptional example! Classic Maya Polychrome Vase from the Copan region, Honduras, ca. 550-950 A.D. Beautiful and large pottery vessel featuring bands of motifs derived from Maya glyphs against a highly-polished, red-slipped background. 8-1/2"H x 6-1/2"D, intact/choice condition.
Ceramic human figures are represented by the Chorrera people with rounded, full volume forms with minimum anatomical details. This figure stands tall, approx 12.5 inches! The broad head has a plain, tight fitting cap, the facial features are simply modeled however seem to be re-constructed. The pierced earlobes are very common on Ecuadoran figures and as in this example has ear spools. It is a genderless figure which is decorated with incised lines on the upper and lower section of the body (per... Click for details
A beautiful Moche IV Fineline bottle from Peru, ca. 450 – 550 AD. This elegant example is 11” high and depicts a pair of animated foxes, painted in red over a cream background. Positioned above their heads is a dust cloud, which denotes that these animals are engaged in Ritual Running. The stirrup is further decorated with four serpents, each portrayed with a feline head. In excellent condition, with strong paint, good mineral deposits and just a minor repair. ... Click for details
A large Chavin bowl from Peru, ca. 1200 – 200 BC. This rare Cupisnique example is 8” in diameter and is decorated with incised trophy and deity heads. The interior and underside are finished with a highly burnished dark brown slip. In excellent condition, with good mineral deposits.
Ancient Pre-Columbian Flat Figure from West Mexico, Colima culture, ca. 250 B.C. - 250 A.D. Constructed from a dark brown clay, this male figure has slit, coffee-bean eyes and mouth, earrings/earspools, turban, arms held to chest and a loincloth with belt. 5-1/2"H, intact/generally excellent condition.
An excellent Chimu Toyo effigy vessel from Peru, ca. 1100 – 1450 AD. This choice grayware example is 7-1/4” high, 7-1/2” long and depicts a type of guitarfish indigenous to the waters off Peru. It is nicely detailed, with the mouth and gills molded on the underside. In excellent condition, with strong mineral deposits.
See Kauffman-Doig “Ancestors of the Inca”, page 43, from Lima’s National Museum.
