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Very Rare Nazca Polychrome Pottery Erotic Vessel

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Very Rare Nazca Polychrome Pottery Erotic Vessel

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Description

Pre-Columbian, South Coast of Peru, Nazca, ca. 200 to 600 CE. A hand-built pottery vessel of an exceedingly rare type depicting a copulating human couple. The vessel depicts the red figure - the male - on top of the peach-hued figure - the female - both with wide-eyed facial expressions, presumably of enjoyment. The top of the vessel exhibits a pair of conical spouts with a strap handle bridging the gap between. Size: 8" L x 6.25" H (20.3 cm x 15.9 cm)

Please note that this piece is a dropship item, meaning that it will be shipping from the consignor's location. All information regarding condition, size, stone identification, and metal content have been provided by the consignor.

Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex-private South Florida collection, acquired prior to 1969 from Alan C. Lapiner

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