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Maya Chiefs Bowl
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Pre AD 1000 item# 1199583 (stock# MA1434)
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Arte Xibalba
508-454-2850
$450
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A fine Maya Chiefs bowl from El Salvador, ca. 400 – 800 AD. This lovely carinated example is 8" in diameter and depicts seven seated lords making an offering. The interior has four vultures, each with speaking symbol, surrounding a central Lamat glyph, which represents the eighth day of the ceremonial calendar and is associated with the Heavenly Dragon. A nice example with vivid paint, strong mineral deposits and just a minor repair.
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Maya Old Gods Vessel
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Pre AD 1000 item# 1198513 (stock# MA1578)
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Arte Xibalba
508-454-2850
$850
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A marvelous Maya ceremonial vessel from the Tiquisate region of Guatemala, ca. 400 – 700 AD. This double-chambered example is 5-1/4” high, 8-1/2” wide and features a beautifully detailed depiction of one of the Old Gods. The cream slip shows extensive remains on negative resist décor and is covered with strong mineral deposits. Intact, with strong mineral deposits.
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Maya Underworld Swimmers Olla
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Pre AD 1000 item# 1198512 (stock# MA1413)
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Arte Xibalba
508-454-2850
$650
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An exceptional Maya polychrome vessel from El Salvador, ca. 400 – 800 AD.
This gorgeous two-handled olla is 6-1/4” in diameter and depicts the Hero Twins Hunahpu and Xbalanque on their journey through Xibalba, the Maya Underworld. They are superbly detailed, with their physical execution clearly depicting the motion of swimmers. The shoulder of the chamber is decorated with finely detailed, polychrome Copador glyphs, while the flared spout has these painted in black. The loop handles are i ...click for details
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Chimu Seated Lord
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Pre 1492 item# 1198510 (stock# CH644)
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Arte Xibalba
508-454-2850
$385
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A superb Chimu figural vessel from Peru, ca. 1100 - 1450 AD. This rare example is 9-1/4" high and depicts a man seated atop a platform with legs crossed. His skyward gaze and the position of his hands make him appear to be engaged in prayer. He is wearing a loincloth and a hat that identifies this piece as one belonging to an important and highly documented series. In excellent condition. Cf. Newsweek, “Museum ...click for details
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Nayarit Elderly Female
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Pre AD 1000 item# 1197331 (stock# NY159)
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Arte Xibalba
508-454-2850
$750
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An excellent Nayarit figure from West Mexico, ca. 200 BC – 300 AD. This superb Ixtlan del Rio example depicts an elderly female carrying a large jar or basket on one shoulder. She is hunched over, as if struggling with the weight of load or by age and infirmity. The finely detailed facial features show the disfigured cheeks resulting from a mourning ritual. She is wearing a long, striped skirt and is adorned with large ear ornament, a nose ring and simple headband, as well as extensive ritua ...click for details
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Moche Deity Head
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Pre AD 1000 item# 1196634 (stock# MO1609)
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508-454-2850
$450
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A rare Moche deity head vessel from Peru, ca. 400 – 700 AD. This superbly detailed example is 5-1/4” high, 6-1/2” wide and portrays an owl deity. The curved beak is surrounded by piercing eyes and reptilian heads are used as ear ornaments. Minor restoration of rim chips, else in excellent condition, with strong mineral deposits. Cf. Larco Hoyle “Los Mochicas II”, page 344 for similar from the Herrera Museum.
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Maya Offering Scene
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Pre AD 1000 item# 1195918 (stock# MA1280)
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Arte Xibalba
508-454-2850
$950
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A wonderful Maya polychrome vessel from the Yucatan region of Mexico, ca. 500 – 800 AD. This fine bowl is 6-1/2” in diameter and depicts three seated figures presenting ritual offerings in large bowls. They are wearing similar attire and headdresses and are portrayed in a state of transformation. The scene is painted against a white background, while the interior is painted black. Rare to find in such excellent condition, with good mineral deposits.
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