Attractive Pre-Columbian Nazca "Hand" Bowl

Archives: Regional Art: Americas: Pre Columbian Pre AD 1000: item #167610

The Nazca civilization of Peru was one of the most advanced of its day. They developed advanced farming methods that allowed them to build an irrigation system, improve their crops, and expand the area of land they could farm. Over the next 1,500 years, they also developed outstanding skills in weaving, pottery, and architecture. But, perhaps the most fascinating of their cultural achievements was the creation of remarkable ground art. The lines of Nazca are a variety of geometrical figures, tr... Click for details

Cute Pre-Columbian Jalisco Aardvark Effigy

Archives: Regional Art: Americas: Pre Columbian Pre AD 1000: item #164060
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In the late Pre-Classic and early Classic periods, major cultures developed in western Mexico. Once mistakenly called Tarascan, they are now referred to by the names of the Mexican states in which the sites are located: Colima, Jalisco, and Nayarit. No major architectural sites were constructed, and little stone sculpture was made, but some of the most accomplished Mesoamerican clay effigy pots and figurines were produced. Jalisco statuary, while less vibrantly colored than Colima or Nayarit pie... Click for details

Nice Pre-Columbian Colima Male Figure

Archives: Regional Art: Americas: Pre Columbian Pre AD 1000: item #164059
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In the late Pre-Classic and early Classic periods, major cultures developed in western Mexico on the Pacific coast. Once mistakenly lumped into a group called the Tarascan, they are now referred to by the names of the modern Mexican states in which their respective sites are located, such as Colima, Jalisco, and Nayarit. No major architectural sites were constructed, and little stone sculpture was made, but some of the most accomplished Mesoamerican clay effigy pots and figurines were produced b... Click for details

Rare - "Married" Pair of Jalisco M/F Figures

Archives: Regional Art: Americas: Pre Columbian Pre AD 1000: item #164057

In the late Pre-Classic and early Classic periods, major cultures developed in western Mexico. Once mistakenly called Tarascan, they are now referred to by the names of the Mexican states in which the sites are located: Colima, Jalisco, and Nayarit. No major architectural sites were constructed, and little stone sculpture was made, but some of the most accomplished Mesoamerican clay effigy pots and figurines were produced. Jalisco statuary, while less vibrantly colored than Colima or Nayarit pie... Click for details

Lambayeque-Huari Polychrome Vessel

Archives: Regional Art: Americas: Pre Columbian Pre AD 1000: item #162962
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A rare Lambayeque-Huari transitional piece, probably from the Huarmey Valley of Peru, ca. 750 - 800 AD. This 6-1/4" high piece incorporates distinct stylistic elements from both cultures, with the shape of a traditional Lambayeque vessel, but the motif and colors showing the Huari influence. It has a fertility oriented theme, with the two monkeys grasping for seeds and the spondylus shells being depicted with faces. Wonderful relief work, in fine condition. A rare example.

Mayan Polychrome Toad Vessel

Archives: Regional Art: Americas: Pre Columbian Pre AD 1000: item #162957
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An awesome Mayan Toad effigy vessel, 6-1/2" diameter, 4-3/4" high, ca. 600 - 600 AD. Not only is it an exceptional example of Buffo Marinus, from which a strong hallucinogenic substance is extracted, but it also has two dog deities, each facing a stylized Soul Glyph, showing this to be an important funerary vessel. The use of this glyph marks the beginning of the journey through Xibalba, the Mayan underworld. The elite of Mayan warriors, rulers and shamans would consume the extract from the g... Click for details

Moche Polychrome Ai Apaec

Archives: Regional Art: Americas: Pre Columbian Pre AD 1000: item #162675
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A superb 6-1/2" high Moche Ai Apaec vessel from Peru, ca. 550 - 800 AD. Ai Apaec is the primary Moche deity and is portrayed seated on a throne, embracing an underworld demon on each side. The deity is adorned in elaborate detail, wearing the full puma headdress, with multiple bicephalic serpents serving as a belt and a necklace. A superb example in excellent condition, with good paint.

Lambayeque Incised Vessel

Archives: Regional Art: Americas: Pre Columbian Pre AD 1000: item #162673
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An exceptional Lambayeque orangeware vessel from Peru, ca. 700 - 1300 AD. This 7" high piece has it all, from the traditional intricately incised step fret motifs on the flared base and spout and the nicely executed figures of Naymlap's children, to the rare negative resist painted decorations covering the entire vessel. A beautiful form, in excellent condition.

Colima Eagle Warrior

Archives: Regional Art: Americas: Pre Columbian Pre AD 1000: item #161960
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A superb Eagle Warrior from Colima, West Mexico, ca. 300 BC – 300 AD. He is 4-1/8” tall, posed standing, holding his sling weapon extended in front of him. He is wearing an elaborate helmet and is adorned with a wonderfully executed wing. The overall workmanship is outstanding, with exquisite appliqué detailing.

Mayan Eagle Cylinder

Archives: Regional Art: Americas: Pre Columbian Pre AD 1000: item #161913
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A gorgeous Mayan polychrome cylinder from Copan, Honduras, ca. 600 - 800 AD. This beautiful vessel is 7" tall and has a 5" diameter. It features two eagles, depicted with outspread wings and with their heads formed into large, protruding lug handles. The eagles are separated by woven mat design panels, signifying the elite status of the owner. The rim band has two heads, each adorned with an elaborately detailed headdress. That motif is also carried into the design of the lower band. A cou... Click for details