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Pre-Columbian Chancay Figural Vessel
Pre-Columbian Chancay Figural Vessel
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Description
Large Chancay figure vessel from Pre-Columbian Peru, ca. 1200 A.D. - 1400 A.D. 14"H x 7-1/2"W, displays brown/black pigment against a buff and white slip in traditional Chancay fashion. Bulbous bottom chamber doubles as the body of the figure, and the neck is used to feature the head.

The figure is shown wearing large ear spools that feature the ancient symbol for the four directions, a headband/small crown with applied adornos and ornate patterns painted around the eyes and mouth. They are shown holding a small cup to their chest. Also, a small handle was incorporated into the back of the head.

PROVENANCE: Ex-private New York Collection, ex- Arte Primitivo.
Condition
Intact with a repaired probe hole on the back of the head. One applied foot missing, lost in antiquity. Minor staining, abrasions, wear and chipping overall, as expected with age.
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Pre-Columbian Chancay Figural Vessel

Estimate $800 - $1,200
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