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Mayan Polychrome Tripod Plate
ca. 550 - 900 A.D. Item Number: 792957
$1,695.00 $595.00
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| Category |
Mayan |
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| Material |
Pottery |
| Dimensions |
13"D x 2-3/8"H |
| Condition |
Intact |
DescriptionVivid! Ancient Pre-Columbian Mayan Polychrome Plate, most likely manufactured in the region of Honduras / El Salvador, dating to the Post Classic Period, ca. 550 - 900 A.D. Decorated in red, black and orange with central medallion of four zoomorphic heads in an almost cross-like shape. Kill-hole now obscures whatever design once adorned very center. It is believed that kill-holes were used to release the deceased owner's spirit from the vessel he once possessed. Supported on tondo feet. 13"D x 2-3/8"H, bowl/plate is intact and generally excellent, while reverse tripod portion is missing one complete foot and the other two feet are chipped (can be restored for minimal cost - email for details/cost). two chipped feet.
ProvenanceEx- private AZ Collection.
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