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Nazca Polychrome Vessel of Birthing Woman, TL Tested

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Nazca Polychrome Vessel of Birthing Woman, TL Tested

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Pre-Columbian, South Coast Peru, Nazca, ca. 200 to 400 CE. An unusual example of a hand-built pottery vessel in shape of a woman giving birth. Presented in hues of russet, crimson, cream, and citrine, the spherical female bears raised, curved legs along her lower body, a pair of sinuous arms with raised hands, and the head of a newborn exiting her uterus. Both her waist and neckline are adorned with colorful panels containing concentric rectangular motifs that - along with black, white, and turquoise stippling - imbue her with a regal presentation. The woman peers forward with wide, black-painted eyes and has a prominent nose, a slit-form mouth, large red spots on her cheeks, and sets of horizontal scarification marks emanating from each of her temples. A false spout on the verso of the figure acts as a third leg for balance and support. Size: 4.5" W x 6.1" H (11.4 cm x 15.5 cm)

This piece has been tested using thermoluminescence (TL) analysis and has been found to be ancient and of the period stated. A full report is available for purchase. Please inquire.

Provenance: private southwestern Pennsylvania, USA collection, acquired prior to 2000

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Condition

Restoration to undersides of legs as indicated by pink pigment, with possible repair to nose, with resurfacing and overpainting along new material and break lines. Abrasions and nicks to head, limbs, infant head, and base, with fading and minor chipping to original pigment, and light encrustations. Great remains of original pigment and mineral deposits throughout. TL drill holes inside spout behind face as well as beneath base.

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Nazca Polychrome Vessel of Birthing Woman, TL Tested

Name: Nazca Polychrome Vessel of Birthing Woman, TL Tested
SKU: 118712792
Price: 1500 USD
Availability: InStock

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