Timed Pre-Columbian & Ethnographic Art

Pre-Columbian Moche warrior stirrup vessel

Pre-Columbian Bahia pottery painted shaman figure

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Timed Pre-Columbian & Ethnographic Art

Minerva Gallery

Step into a world of history, artistry, and cultural heritage with our Timed Pre-Columbian & Ethnographic Art Auction. This carefully curated event presents an extraordinary collection of artifacts from ancient Mesoamerican, South American, and indigenous cultures from across the globe. Each piece embodies the ingenuity and spiritual depth of civilizations that flourished long before modern history was written. Auction Highlights: ? Pre-Columbian art ? Discover ceramics, stone carvings, and ritual objects from the Maya, Nazca, Moche, and other indigenous cultures. These artifacts reflect their creators' deep connection to mythology, cosmology, and daily life. ? Ethnographic Treasures ? Explore rare masks, textiles, weaponry, and ceremonial objects from African, Oceanic, and Native American cultures. Each item tells a unique story of tradition, craftsmanship, and spiritual significance. ? Exclusive & Timed Bidding ? This is a limited-time opportunity to acquire museum-worthy artifacts. Place your bids at your convenience before the auction closes, ensuring a fair and accessible experience for collectors worldwide. ? Authenticity & Provenance ? Every item is meticulously vetted, with documented provenance to ensure historical accuracy and ethical acquisition. Whether you're a seasoned collector, an academic, or an admirer of world heritage, this auction offers a rare chance to own a tangible piece of history. Bid now and become a custodian of the past.

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Carlos Regueira

Owner/Executive Director, Antiquities & Pre-Columbian Art

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Pre-Columbian Mezcala Stone Anthropomorphic Figure: Pre-Columbian anthropomorphic figure is a quintessential example of Mezcala stone carving from ancient Mesoamerica, dating between 500 and 200 BCE. Carved from a dark, speckled stone with visible

0001: Pre-Columbian Mezcala Stone Anthropomorphic FigureEst. $200-$400Lot Passed

Pre-Columbian Maya Peten painted bowl: Pre-Columbian, Central America, Guatemala, Peten Region, Maya, Late Classic Period, ca. 550 to 900 CE. A hand-built pottery bowl of a flat-bottomed form with highly burnished exterior walls decorated

0002: Pre-Columbian Maya Peten painted bowlEst. $800-$1,200Lot Passed

Pre-Columbian Bahia pottery painted shaman figure: Pre-Columbian Bahia pottery shaman figure, dating to approximately 500-1500 CE, is a remarkable ceramic artifact from the Bahia culture of coastal Ecuador, known for its expressive human and

0003: Pre-Columbian Bahia pottery painted shaman figureEst. $600-$900Lot Passed

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Pre-Columbian Maya dwarf pottery whistle figure: Pre-Columbian Maya dwarf pottery whistle figure, dating from approximately 600–900 CE (Late Classic Period), originates from the Maya civilization of Mesoamerica, likely from regions corresponding

0004: Pre-Columbian Maya dwarf pottery whistle figureEst. $500-$800

Pre-Columbian Maya pottery whistle figure: Pre-Columbian Maya pottery whistle figure, likely dating between 600-900 CE during the Late Classic Period, is an extraordinary example of Mesoamerican ceramic artistry. Crafted from terracotta, the

0005: Pre-Columbian Maya pottery whistle figureEst. $600-$800Lot Passed

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Pre-Columbian Moche/ Chimu pottery vessel: A ceramic vessel represents a transitional piece between the Moche and Chimú civilizations, illustrating the evolution of pre-Columbian artistic styles in northern Peru. Depicting a seated warrior

0006: Pre-Columbian Moche/ Chimu pottery vesselEst. $1,000-$1,500

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Rare Pre-Columbian Paracas Parrot pottery bowl: This exquisite Paracas polychrome pottery bowl, dating to the Early Horizon Period (400–200 BCE), is a masterful example of ancient Andean craftsmanship. The bowl’s exterior is adorned with a

0007: Rare Pre-Columbian Paracas Parrot pottery bowlEst. $1,000-$2,000

Pre-Columbian Nayarit San Sebastien pottery figure: Pre-Columbian pottery figure comes from the Nayarit San Sebastian culture, originating in what is now Western Mexico, and dates to approximately 200 BCE to 300 CE. The figure depicts a seated

0008: Pre-Columbian Nayarit San Sebastien pottery figureEst. $1,000-$1,500Lot Passed

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Pre-Columbian Chavin Maranon pottery Conch shell vessel - TL tested: This extraordinary Pre-Columbian Chavín-Marañón pottery vessel, dating to the Early Horizon Period (900–200 BCE), is a unique and significant artifact, shaped in the form of a conch shell. Conch

0009: Pre-Columbian Chavin Maranon pottery Conch shell vessel - TL testedEst. $2,500-$3,500

Large Pre-Columbian Chancay wood figure with inlay: he remnants of textile fragments on the figure's arm and foot suggest that it was once adorned with a poncho or garment, a common practice among Chancay figures to add textile decoration as part of

0010: Large Pre-Columbian Chancay wood figure with inlayEst. $1,000-$1,500Lot Passed

Pre-Columbian Chancay Textile doll: Pre-Columbian Chancay Textile doll from Peru, ca. 1000-1400 CE. These kinds of dolls must have been adored by young girls in ancient Peru, just like modern girls would cherish a barbie doll.

0011: Pre-Columbian Chancay Textile dollEst. $300-$600Lot Passed

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Pre-Columbian Maya copador bowl: A Pre-Columbian Maya Polychrome Copador Bowl, Late Classic Period, Circa 600-900 ADThis beautifully crafted Maya Copador bowl, originating from the Late Classic Period (600-900 AD), showcases the

0012: Pre-Columbian Maya copador bowlEst. $800-$1,200

Pre-Columbian Mezcala stone figure: A Pre-Columbian Mezcala stone figure from the Guerrero region of Mexico, dating from the Late Preclassic to Early Classic period (circa 300 BCE - 300 CE). The figure is carved from a dark green to

0013: Pre-Columbian Mezcala stone figureEst. $800-$1,200Lot Passed

Pre-Columbian Mezcala stone temple: Pre-Columbian Mezcala stone temple model, originating from the Guerrero region of Mexico, dating from the Late Preclassic to Early Classic period (circa 300 BCE - 300 CE). This carved stone model is

0014: Pre-Columbian Mezcala stone templeEst. $800-$1,200Lot Passed

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Pre-Columbian Chupicuaro Pretty lady figure: Pre-Columbian Chupicuaro "Pretty Lady" figure is a fascinating ceramic artifact from the ancient culture that flourished in present-day Guanajuato and Michoacán, Mexico. Crafted from fired clay, the

0015: Pre-Columbian Chupicuaro Pretty lady figureEst. $400-$500

Pre-Columbian Cocle pottery pedestal vessel: Pre-Columbian Coclé pottery pedestal vessel is a finely crafted ceramic artifact from the ancient Coclé culture of Panama. It features a distinctive pedestal base that elevates the bowl, a common

0016: Pre-Columbian Cocle pottery pedestal vesselEst. $600-$700Lot Passed

TL tested - Pre-Columbian Nazca figural vessel: This Pre-Columbian Nazca figural vessel is a remarkable example of ancient Andean ceramic art, showcasing both symbolic and functional elements. The vessel takes the shape of a stylized human figure,

0017: TL tested - Pre-Columbian Nazca figural vesselEst. $900-$1,200Lot Passed

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Pre-Columbian Nazca Polychrome Pottery Vessel: This elegant Pre-Columbian Nazca pottery vessel, dating to the Early Intermediate Period (200–600 CE), is a fine example of the artistic refinement and cultural symbolism of the Nazca civilization.

0018: Pre-Columbian Nazca Polychrome Pottery VesselEst. $300-$600

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Pre-Columbian Moche/Huari pottery zoomorphic vessel: Pre-Columbian Moche/Huari pottery vessel, dating from approximately 600-1000 CE, is an exceptional example of Andean ceramic artistry, showcasing a mythical or symbolic creature—a bird with teeth

0019: Pre-Columbian Moche/Huari pottery zoomorphic vesselEst. $500-$700

Pre-Columbian Virú Pottery House Vessel: Pre-Columbian Virú pottery vessel, dating to the Early Intermediate Period (200 BCE–500 CE), is a unique representation of domestic and ceremonial life in ancient Andean cultures. The vessel

0020: Pre-Columbian Virú Pottery House VesselEst. $600-$800Lot Passed

Pre-Columbian Chancay Chuchimilco pottery figure: This Pre-Columbian Chancay Chuchimilco pottery figure is an exceptional artifact from the Chancay culture, which flourished on the central coast of Peru between 1000-1470 CE. The figure represents a

0021: Pre-Columbian Chancay Chuchimilco pottery figureEst. $500-$800Lot Passed

Pre-Columbian Chancay pottery vessel: This Pre-Columbian Chancay pottery bird vessel, likely from the Central Coast of Peru, dates to approximately 1000-1470 CE during the Late Intermediate Period. The vessel is an excellent example of

0022: Pre-Columbian Chancay pottery vesselEst. $500-$800Lot Passed

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Pre-Columbian Colima standing pottery figure: The Colima Pottery Figure in Comala Style represents a standing male figure, characteristic of the Comala style from the Colima culture, dated between 300 BCE and 300 CE in present-day western

0023: Pre-Columbian Colima standing pottery figureEst. $2,000-$3,000

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Large Pre-Columbian Colima pottery shaman figure: Pre-Columbian Colima pottery shaman figure from West Mexico, ca. 300 BCE-300 CE. A standing archaic Tecoman pottery figure wearing a necklace, loin cloth, and headdress with horn. The horn is

0024: Large Pre-Columbian Colima pottery shaman figureEst. $300-$400

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