Colima Redware Bound Prisoner

Description

Colima, ca. 100 BCE - 250 CE. Two-tone redware pottery seated bound prisoner, with his arms tied behind his back. Leaning forward with his chin between his legs. Elongated head with a top spout, pierced ears and a long angular nose. An incised rope around his neck and wrapped around his legs. A very nice example.. 8”H x 7”L x 4.5”W (20.3 x 17.8 x 11.4cm).

Provenance: Ex. Emily and Walter Mead collection, Santa Fe, New Mexico. Active 1950’s-1970’s.

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Item #71683

Condition

Overall scattered strong areas of mineral deposits. Intact, excellent condition.

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Colima Redware Bound Prisoner

Lot 0057

Estimate $1,400-$2,100Jun 11, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT

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Bob DodgeArtemis - Pre-Columbian, Ethnographic & Ancient Art

Howard RoseArte Primitivo - Pre-Columbian, Ethnographic & Ancient Art

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