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Attractive Costa Rican Nicoya Polychrome Vessel

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Attractive Costa Rican Nicoya Polychrome Vessel

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Description

Pre-Columbian, Costa Rica, Nicoya Peninsula, ca. 1000 to 1500 CE. Tall and vibrantly decorated footed jar with central band of abstract zoomorphic creatures, with 6 additional bands with rope patterns, temple patterns and other geometric designs. A nice example! Size: 7.5" W x 10.375" H (19 cm x 26.4 cm)

Provenance: Ex-Vaught Collection, Atlanta, GA

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Condition

Chips to rim and foot, minor loss to pigment

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Attractive Costa Rican Nicoya Polychrome Vessel

Name: Attractive Costa Rican Nicoya Polychrome Vessel
SKU: 50412686
Price: 450 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $900 - $1,500

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