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THBVera Cruz Polychrome Bowl w/ Zoomorphic Deities
Lot 211a
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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
Oct 31, 2019
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2019-10-31 10:00:00
2019-10-31 10:00:00
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Our Halloween Day auction features classical antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art from cultures encompassing the globe, plus fine art. Artemis Gallery info@artemisgallery.com
Our Halloween Day auction features classical antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art from cultures encompassing the globe, plus fine art. Artemis Gallery info@artemisgallery.com
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- Lot Description
Pre-Columbian, Mexico, Veracruz, ca. 600 to 800 CE. Presenting a mesmerizing iconographic program, a polychrome terracotta bowl finely painted with two seated simian creatures and one fantastical zoomorphic creature, perhaps an armadillo with its armor of horny plates as well as an endearing visage of the animal topped by pointy ears. The word armadillo was adopted from the Spanish term meaning 'little armed one' and as such may provide a hint as to for whom this bowl was created - perhaps a ruler or warrior. It is also possible that it was associated with ballgame players, as the armadillo's armor of horny plates signified strength and protection, traits that would very much benefit any ballgame player as well, though the 'ballgame' was typically of a ritualistic nature. All is delineated in red, orange, black, and white. The interior features a lovely red on orange striated design radiating from the center with a black and white rim. A beautiful example replete with fine artistry and intriguing iconography. Size: 9" in diameter x 3.375" H (22.9 cm x 8.6 cm)
Provenance: private southern California, USA collection, acquired 1968 to 1970
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#149371Repaired from multiple pieces with nicks/chips near the break lines. Expected surface wear with areas of abrasion, scuffs, and nicks. Nice manganese deposits grace the surface as well.Condition
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