Lot 216

Chorrera Feline Mortar

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Chorrera Feline Mortar

Estimate: $7,000 - $10,500

Starting Bid: $3,500

(0 Bids)

June 11, 2026 9:00 AM MDT
Live Auction
Louisville, CO, US

Description:

Chorrera, Ecuador, ca. 1500 - 1200 BCE. Carved variegated bluish-green and cream color hardstone zoomorphic mortar having a squared body with a carved recessed bowl in the top center. Depicting a semiabstract jaguar with a large spiral tail, incised teeth, carved block type head with simple raised ears and short legs. Simple incised linear geometric decoration on both sides. A very nice sculptural example, carved from a beautiful variegated stone. Size: 9”L x 6”H x 3.5”W (22.9 x 15.2 x 8.9cm).

Provenance: Private Madison Avenue, NYC. collection, acquired about 30 years ago. Ex. Hacinto Santana, NYC.

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Item # 71392

  • Condition: Excellent ancient surface patina with strong scattered deposits. Intact, excellent condition.

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Bid Increments
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