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THBFine Maya Polychrome Tripodal Cylinder Vessel w/ Lords
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Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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LiveNov 16, 2023
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- Lot Description
Pre-Columbian, Southern Mexico to Guatemala, Maya, late Classic Period, ca. 500 to 800 CE. A polychrome pottery cylinder vessel, a ritual container resting on tripodal nub feet in excellent condition, slipped in orange, tan and red. The exterior has a wonderful depiction of seated cisiques (lords), each with opulent attire, one with spotted jaguar loin cloth, another with a deer headdress, loincloth, beaded neck collars, and ear ornaments. There are hieroglyphic symbols between the figures within boxes, which may identify the names or rank of the people depicted, providing context to the scene. Polychrome ceramic containers held significant meaning among the Maya, serving as a representation of prestige and authority. These vessels were exclusively utilized by the elite class and were valuable offerings and often deposited in burial sites. Size: 6.25" Diameter x 4.5" H (15.9 cm x 11.4 cm)
Please note that this piece is a dropship item, meaning that it will be shipping from the consignor's location. All information regarding condition, size, stone identification, and metal content have been provided by the consignor.
Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex-Walter and Carolyn Foxworth collection, 1960s; ex-private California, USA collection; ex-private Orlando, Florida, USA collection
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#182322Condition
Restored by Stoetzer Inc. with about 15% to 20% retouched pigment. Choice with vibrant colors and excellent brushwork. Rare high-quality!
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