Colima Pottery Whistle Figure - Standing Conch Blower
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Description
Pre-Columbian, West Mexico, Colima, ca. 300 BCE to 300 CE. A hand-built pottery figurine depicting a standing anthropomorphic figure wearing a simple loincloth and headband. The figure is adorned with projecting ear spools and coffee-bean-shaped eyes and holds a large conch shell to his or her mouth in a horn-blowing manner. A small mouthpiece is situated atop the figure's head and produces a high-pitched sound from the back of the figure when used. Custom wooden display stand included. Size: 1.125" W x 2.375" H (2.9 cm x 6 cm); 3.125" H (7.9 cm) on included custom stand.
Provenance: private Southern California, USA collection, acquired in the 1970s to mid-1980s
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#140880
Provenance: private Southern California, USA collection, acquired in the 1970s to mid-1980s
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.
#140880
Condition
Loss to one ear ornament. Repairs to both legs with small chips and light adhesive residue along break lines. Small nicks to legs, body, and head. Light earthen deposits throughout.
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Colima Pottery Whistle Figure - Standing Conch Blower
Estimate $300 - $500
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