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Nazca Polychrome Jar w/ Trophy Heads

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Description

Pre-Columbian, South Coast of Peru, Nazca, ca. 200 to 500 CE. A hand-built pottery jar with a round and relatively stable base, a spherical body, and a bridge handle stretching between a pair of tubular spouts. Surrounding the upper body of the highly burnished, white-painted surfaces are 7 detailed trophy heads with upturned eyes, a vein or a long stream of crimson blood cascading down behind their ears, and a knotted rope tied to the scalp for transportation. A variety of skin tones are utilized to define the heads, indicating victory against a variety of opponents. The spouts and handle are adorned in deep burgundy pigment, and the base is undecorated. Size: 4.9" Diameter x 5.7" H (12.4 cm x 14.5 cm)

Provenance: ex-Marc Amiguet Schmitt estate, Amiguet's Ancient Art, Evansville, Indiana, USA, acquired prior to January 1, 2010

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Condition

Minor nicks and abrasions, with minimal fading to pigment, otherwise intact and excellent. Great preservation to trophy head motif.

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Nazca Polychrome Jar w/ Trophy Heads

Name: Nazca Polychrome Jar w/ Trophy Heads
SKU: 137880539
Price: 900 USD
Availability: InStock

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