Fabulous Mixtec Bichrome Spouted Jar
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Pre-Columbian, Central Mexico, Mixtec, ca. 1200 CE. A striking bichrome terracotta spouted vessel, of an intriguing round form with three protruding animorphic extensions that resemble feet or perhaps heads. The body as well as the wide slightly flared spout are hand-painted in white on a red ground, with stylized geometric motifs and an interlacing serpent-like creature. Size: 5.75" W x 3.25" H (14.6 cm x 8.3 cm)
Provenance: Ex-Harvey Collection, acquired prior to 1972
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#119747
Provenance: Ex-Harvey Collection, acquired prior to 1972
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#119747
Condition
Small chips to rim. Minor surface wear. Areas of nice manganese deposits.
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Fabulous Mixtec Bichrome Spouted Jar
Estimate $600 - $900
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