A nice little squat cylindrical vase from El Salvador. Dates to approx 650-950 A.D. This vase is standing on three nubbin feet, having slightly flared body with in-curled neck and straight rim. Painted with two seated figures, each facing left, filler elements separating. Minor paint loss, a few stable cracks. Rare size, 2-1/2”H., 2-1/2”D.
An excellent Maya bowl from the Ulua Valley of Honduras, ca. 500 – 900 AD. This colorful example is 5” in diameter and depicts a pair of ballplayers portrayed in the stylized manner characteristic of this style. They are separated by black panels perhaps indicative of the Underworld……the likely destination for the loser. The rim is decorated with pyramid designs, even the interior is painted. In excellent condition, with good mineral deposits.
A fine Maya polychrome bowl from El Salvador, ca. 600 – 900 AD. It is 7-3/4” in diameter and depicts a trio of animated monkeys playing the ball game. The rim band consists of feline head glyphs and date symbols. Intact, with nice paint and strong mineral deposits.
A choice Pre-Classic Maya figure from Honduras, ca. 1000 BC. This complex Playa de los Muertes type is 4" high and is adorned with the characteristic complex coif and an incised necklace. The face is beautifully detailed, expressive and has the deep eyes typically found on figures from this site. Nicely sculpted body position, pigment traces and good mineral deposits. See Schmidt "Maya", page 596, for similar example.
This extremely rare Mayan carved bottle dates to the early Classic period, circa 300-400 A.D., and is approximately 3 inches high. This piece is intact with no repair/restoration, and is a light brown terracotta with dark brown highlights. This highly important piece is divided into three segments, and as a whole, display the three Mayan glyphs that represent the Palenque Triad, gods GI, GII, and GIII. This trio of gods were celebrated as divine ancestors by the kings of Palenque, and this is... Click for details
An excellent Olmecoid figure from Chalchuapa, El Salvador, ca. 1000 – 500 BC. This superb seated figure is 4-1/2” high and is portrayed with the arm held in a naturalistic position in front of the body. Her ears are pierced and light incising indicates a loin cloth. The overall posture clearly shows the Las Bocas style Olmec influence on this area.
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An excellent Olmecoid – Proto Maya figure from Chalchuapa, El Salvador, ca. 1000 – 500 BC. This superb seated figure is 3-1/2” high and is portrayed with the hands resting on crossed legs, which are fully formed on the underside. She is adorned with large ear spools and an appliqué headdress. The overall posture clearly shows the Las Bocas style Olmec influence on this area.
A gorgeous Maya polychrome bowl from the Tikal area of Guatemala, ca. 550 – 700 AD. It is 7” in diameter and is decorated with a variety of geometric designs, including two representations of woven mats, which were symbols of authority. I especially like the subtle pinkish-purple shading used in several sections. A superb example, with strong paint, mineral deposits and root marks, pitting on the interior and just a minor repair. ... Click for details
A fine Maya figure from Guatemala, ca. 600 – 900 AD. This seated example comes from the Tiquisate area and is 5-1/2” high. She is adorned with the typical ear ornaments, necklace and a large headdress. The whistle hidden in her right shoulder emits a wonderful tone. An excellent example with strong mineral deposits.
An excellent Maya jar from the Peten region of Guatemala, ca. 500 – 800 AD. It is 5” in diameter, 4” high and is decorated with appliqué pebbles, designed to mimic a young Ceibal tree. The burnished tips of these nubs and highly burnished rim band create an interesting contrast with the rest of the surface. In perfect condition, with good mineral deposits and root marks.
