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Tairona ceramic votive in the form of a coiled serpent

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Tairona ceramic votive in the form of a coiled serpent

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Description

A nice Tairona ceramic votive in the form of a coiled serpent, Colombia, c. AD 1000 - 1500, the head and scales well-modeled, the serpent has coiled itself around a small animal whose head protrudes from the center of the coils. 4 x 3 1/8 in (10.1 x 7.9 cm). Well-preserved with nicely light brown slip and mineral deposits. Ex Arte Xibalba, Florida.

Condition

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Tairona ceramic votive in the form of a coiled serpent

Name: Tairona ceramic votive in the form of a coiled serpent
SKU: 61765757
Price: 180 USD
Availability: InStock

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