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THBMaya Polychrome Pottery Cylinder w/ Jaguar Shamans
Lot 124
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Artemis Gallery
686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
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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By Artemis Gallery
Feb 21, 2019
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2019-02-21 10:00:00
2019-02-21 10:00:00
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An important one-day auction featuring museum-worthy examples of Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Etruscan, Near Eastern, Far East / Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal, Oceanic, Native American, Spanish Colonial, Russian, Fossils, Ancient Jewelry, Fine Art, so much more! Artemis Gallery info@artemisgallery.com
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- Lot Description
Pre-Columbian, Southern Mexico to Guatemala, Mayan Territories, Maya, Late Classic Period, ca. 550 to 800 CE. A spectacular hand-built Maya polychrome cylinder in red, black, and beige hues - depicting three lords or shamans dressed in jaguar costumes replete with fierce masks representing the wild feline's intimidating visage with its red eyes and fanged grimace, gloves and boots made of spotted hides said to symbolize the starry night sky as the jaguar is nocturnal, and a grand, regal-looking red neck collar. The trio stands in profile, facing left, and moving in a mysterious, creeping manner. A wonderful example featuring fine brushwork in vibrant color. Size: 4.125" W x 5.5" H (10.5 cm x 14 cm).
King of Beasts in the Pre-Columbian world, infamous for possessing high speed and massive strength, the jaguar was believed to dominate nature inspiring respect and awe throughout the ancient Americas. Jaguars were associated with strength and leadership, whether in regard to spirituality or martial skill. Warriors, rulers, hunters, and shamans alike associated themselves with this King of Beasts, the largest and most powerful feline in the New World whom they viewed as their spirit companion and protector. In addition, scholars believe that the jaguar is associated with fertility and vegetation by the Maya; note that the so-called waterlily jaguar is depicted with waterlilies sprouting from its head connoting this fertility.
For the Maya, ceramic vessels like this example were gifted to elite individuals, akin to the gifts exchanged between high profile dignitaries today. Vessels like this were a functional gift oftentimes used to drink the ceremonial cocoa drink, created by artist who came from elite families and who took pains to recreate the stories of Mayan mythology and religion as well as to depict royal and godly personages in their artwork. This artwork reinforced the ruling ideology and reminded the viewer of what was valuable in Mayan society.
Provenance: ex-private Gill collection, Orlando, Florida, USA; ex-Arte Primitivo Gallery, New York, New York, USA; ex-private Toledo collection, Orlando, Florida, USA, acquired in 1971
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#143362Stabilized pressure fissures to base. Expected surface wear with some pigment loss commensurate with age, but much remains and the imagery is still vivid. Root marks and mineral deposits throughout.Condition
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