Description:

Pre-Columbian, Mexico and northern Central America, Maya, Late Classic Period, ca. 550 to 900 CE. An impressive pottery cylinder vessel boasting intricately incised glyphs and vibrant remains of stucco decoration in hues of mint green and coral pink. Impressively preserved, these ancient glyphs may convey an important date, a secret message, or simply be part of the vessel's aesthetic program. Due to residue analysis done on similar examples, scholars posit that vessels like this one were used for drinking chocolate - a hugely popular and ritual practice amongst the Maya, especially the elite. Size: 5.3" Diameter x 7" H (13.5 cm x 17.8 cm)

Provenance: ex-Marc Amiguet Schmitt estate, Amiguet's Ancient Art, Evansville, Indiana, USA, acquired prior to January 1, 2010

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#173422

  • Condition: Professionally repaired with break lines visible. Stable hairline fissures to base and extending slightly up the walls. Expected surface wear with nicks and abrasions as shown, all commensurate with age. Otherwise, excellent with nice remaining stucco and great preservation of detail. Light earthen deposits throughout.

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