Veracruz Pottery Seated Coast Watcher
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Description
Mexico, Vera Cruz, Classic Period, ca. 450 to 650 CE. Seated female known as a" coast watcher." Positioned with her hands to her folded legs, she wears an elaborately ornamented headdress, ear spools, nose ring, and necklace. According to indigenous legend, figures of this type were said to have been placed along the shoreline to watch for invaders; hence the name "coast watcher." Size: 5.5" W x 9.5" H (14 cm x 24.1 cm)
Provenance: Ex - Adeon Gallery, Nick Poolos collection acquired before 1975
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#115540
Provenance: Ex - Adeon Gallery, Nick Poolos collection acquired before 1975
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#115540
Condition
Minor pressure crack near right hand, else intact, excellent condition.
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- 22.5%
Veracruz Pottery Seated Coast Watcher
Estimate $500 - $750
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