Description:

Ecuador, Esmeraldas region, La Tolita/Tumaco culture, ca. 600 BCE to 400 CE. This ichtyomorphic grater or fish grater was used for removing fish scales or ritualistic purposes. In the shape of a headless and tailess fish, this terracotta fish grater has a textured surface on one side and a floral applique on the smooth backside. 5 1/4"L x 2 1/2"W at widest

Provenance: Ex-Gilbert Martin Collection, Georgia, USA

All items offered for sale are legal to buy/sell under U.S. statutes covering cultural patrimony per United States Code 2600, CHAPTER 14 -- CONVENTION ON CULTURAL PROPERTY, and are 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.

  • Condition: Expected wear from use. Excellent condition.

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$300 $999 $50
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