Description:

Pre-Columbian, Costa Rica / Nicaragua, Greater Nicoya Region, ca. 1000-1350 CE. Witness the remarkable artistry of the ancient Central Americans - creativity and individuality manifested in virtually every ceramic vessel. This example was likely used in ceremonial rituals given its human effigy form and complex painted designs indicative of body painting or tattooing. The figure is delineated in the midst of a back bend supported by amplified limbs with exaggerated hands and feet. 6"L x 5"W x 4 1/4"T Provenance: Ex-Ramon Kelly, a prominent Denver artist, collection All items in this auction have been legally acquired, are legal to sell, and guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids, papered by our parent company, Artemis Gallery Ancient Art. The starting price is the lowest price at which the lot can sell.

  • Condition: Minor surface wear, fine nearly invisible repair to one leg, intact, excellent condition.

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$0 $299 $25
$300 $999 $50
$1,000 $1,999 $100
$2,000 $4,999 $250
$5,000 $9,999 $500
$10,000 $19,999 $1,000
$20,000 $49,999 $2,000
$50,000 $99,999 $5,000
$100,000 $199,999 $10,000
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