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Recuay Polychrome Vessel w/ Pretty Lady

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Item Details

Description

Pre-Columbian, North Coast of Peru, Recuay culture, ca. 500 BCE. A hand-built pottery vessel depicting a 'pretty lady' adorned in striking patterns as she presents a petite kero with both hands. Her belt showcases a pair of abstract saurian creatures in confrontation between bands of black checkerboard motifs atop the cream-hued body. Additional zigzags and diamonds adorn the veil flowing atop the tall visage as a pair of tassels rest atop her shoulders and upper chest. A tall spout behind allows liquid to be contained with ease. Size: 6" L x 5.375" W x 8.3" H (15.2 cm x 13.7 cm x 21.1 cm)

Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection, acquired from 2000 to 2010; ex-private Misenhimer collection, Hollywood, California, USA

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Condition

Abrasions and light fading to pigment, with light earthen deposits, scattered pitting, and softening to some finer details, otherwise intact and excellent. Great preservation to painted decorations. Previous inventory tag beneath base.