Here you find an ancient Mayan antiquity that dates to approx 250 to 800 AD. This vessel is an orangeware pottery cylinder having an incised depiction of two lords seated in front of simple stylized alters or offering tables. A triangular 4” area of the rim, extending down 2-1/2” is a restoration. A tiny hole is also present as seen in the photo (midway in the wall of the cylinder) otherwise intact and lovely. Measures: 5 3/4”H x 5 1/2”D ... Click for details
The three illustrated potsherds shown in the first photo are being offered as two separate ‘items’. AJC110 is a fascinating 5 ¼” fragment glued together from two pieces of an intricately embossed Mayan black-ware bowl depicting a god-like figure communicating with a spotted jaguar. This unique fragment was found in Guatemala by the late Dr. Allen Heflin and dated by him into the Classic Period c.300-900AD. It is presented in a glass-fronted collector frame and is priced at $225.00. The two fragm... Click for details
This 8” tall grey-ware cylinder vessel (AJC109) is attributed to the Classic Maya dating c.300-900AD. In overall very good condition with a barely noticeable 3” hairline crack from the rim, the vertically positioned incised lines surrounding its body terminate against the base of an encircling panel that portrays the enigmatic, glyph-like image of what may represent the beaked head of the revered vulture. The crack-like feature near the base of the jar does not penetrate its interior, and is onl... Click for details
A classic Maya cylinder from Jutiapa, Guatemala, ca. 500 - 800 AD. This exceptionally large vase is 10-3/4” high and 6” in diameter. It has the characteristic glyph band below the rim, which is beautifully highlighted with cinnabar and probably refers to usage as a cacao vessel. The long body of the vessel is decorated with ribbed vertical panels that retain remnants of stucco and red paint. Overall an impressive example with nice dendrites, root marks and a stabilized stress crack. Display... Click for details
OUR CONSIGNER WILL CONSIDER AN OFFER for this charming 2 ½” tall, three-note ceramic ocarina, in the pleasing shape of an owl (AJC107) and attributed to the Post-Classic Maya dating c.900-1500AD. Wearing a trophy head around its neck and that hangs flatly on its puffed chest, the ocarina’s mouth piece had to be cleaned of caked clay in order for it to emit its previously hidden resonant tones. In overall good condition, and even with a slightly damaged left ‘ear’ and wing, the owl still displays... Click for details
This 2 15/16” tall orange-ware ceramic jar (AJC100), known as a ‘poison bottle’, dates into the Classic Mayan period, c.300-900AD. Embossed on both of the circular side panels with the seated image of an unidentified Mayan god, the bottle is intact and in overall good condition with a couple of minor nicks on one edge and base. A light fire cloud covers 1/3 of one of the side panels, and though the image is somewhat hidden in the photo, it is still distinct when held in the hand. From a local co... Click for details
Relics of the nile is pleased to present this Mayan bowl from Guatemala, ca. 500 - 800 AD. The bowl features solid color with an excellent, detailed design of chiefs that repeats around the circumference of the piece. The bowl remains in solid condition and the body remains intact with the exception of some chipping on the rim that has been slightly repaired in one place. The bowl measures 6" in diameter and has evidence of extensive usage, good root marks and mineral deposits.
This nice power type piece dates circa 200-500 A.D., is from the Peten region of Guatemala, and is a Mayan green stone mask that was a pectoral that served as the central element in a ceremonial necklace. This piece is approximately 3.5 inches wide by 4.8 inches high, is a complete example with no repair and/or breaks, and is in superb condition save for some minor roughness at the back top. This green stone mask may be fuchsite or a diopside, as there are attractive (mica?) speckled silver in... Click for details
Vivid! Ancient Pre-Columbian Mayan Polychrome Plate, most likely manufactured in the region of Honduras / El Salvador, dating to the Post Classic Period, ca. 550 - 900 A.D. Decorated in red, black and orange with central medallion of four zoomorphic heads in an almost cross-like shape. Kill-hole now obscures whatever design once adorned very center. It is believed that kill-holes were used to release the deceased owner's spirit from the vessel he once possessed. Supported on tondo feet. 13... Click for details
A large Maya olla from El Salvador, ca. 600 – 900 AD. This fine polychrome vessel is 6-1/2” high, 6-1/4” in diameter and has two loop handles. It is decorated with linear and geometric design panels executed in black and red over the cream slip. In excellent condition, with good mineral deposits.
