2 Aztec Redware Pipes - Stylized Snakes - May 17, 2024 | Artemis Gallery In Co
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2 Aztec Redware Pipes - Stylized Snakes
2 Aztec Redware Pipes - Stylized Snakes
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Description
Pre-Columbian, Central Mexico, Aztec Empire, ca. 1345 to 1521 CE. A set of 2 hand-built redware pottery pipes, each with a flat base and a highly stylized snake along the topside. The longer snake presents with a minimalist oscillating body while the slightly more petite snake features elaborate curves and hemispherical nodules along its body. Size of largest: 7.375" L x 1.125" W x 1.1" H (18.7 cm x 2.9 cm x 2.8 cm)

private Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA collection; ex-private Fayetteville, Arkansas estate, USA, acquired 1960 to 2024
Condition
Shorter pipe with repairs along midsection and peripheries, with small losses and light adhesive residue; larger pipe is intact. Each piece with light abrasions and chipping, otherwise in nice condition. Great surface smoothness and red hue.
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2 Aztec Redware Pipes - Stylized Snakes

Estimate $700 - $1,050
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Starting Price $350
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Artemis Gallery

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Auction Curated By
Bob Dodge
Owner/Executive Director, Antiquities & Pre-Columbian Art
Sydelle Dienstfrey
PhD. Art History, Director, Fine & Visual Arts
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