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Chimu Blackware Jar - Man and Fish

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Description

Pre-Columbian, northern Peru, Chimu culture, ca. 1000 to 1400 CE. Molded blackware jar with a human perched atop the vessel, his face in high relief, his arms act as the handles to the jar. Beneath him swin two large fish, possibly a type of native catfish or mudfish. Size: 7-1/2"H.

Provenance: Ex-private Pavao collection, PA, acquired before 1980

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Condition

Chip to spout, one handle reattached, old repaired probe hole

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Chimu Blackware Jar - Man and Fish

Name: Chimu Blackware Jar - Man and Fish
SKU: 42312582
Price: 195 USD
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Estimate $400 - $600

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