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Chupicuaro Tripod Bowl - Openwork Feet
Chupicuaro Tripod Bowl - Openwork Feet
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Description
Pre-Columbian, Western Mexico, Guanajuato River Valley, ca. 300 to 100 BCE. This is an exquisitely classic design created by the ancient Chupicuaro culture. The vessel sits on pointed openwork feet which once held working rattles. Characteristic of the Chupicuaro redware, it shows a gorgeous, lustrous surface. In addition, the rim is decorated with applied knob-like forms and stylized geometric glyphs painted in black. 2.75"W x 7.50"H (6.99 W x 19.05 H cm) .

Provenance: Ex-Private Santa Monica, CA Collection

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#95001
Condition
Small chip and minor wear on surface of rim; some erosion on interior, else intact, good to excellent condition.
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Chupicuaro Tripod Bowl - Openwork Feet

Estimate $400 - $600
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Starting Price $200
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