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RARE MAYAN PAINTED CODEX VESSEL

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Rare Mayan Codex-type vessel, Late Classic period, circa 6th-9th Century; the flared cylindrical form boldly painted in dark brown-black on a cream ground; Provenance: Estate of William Ashby, thence by descent to the present owner; H: 7"

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RARE MAYAN PAINTED CODEX VESSEL

Name: RARE MAYAN PAINTED CODEX VESSEL
SKU: 67247247
Price: 8000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $10,000 - $15,000

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Starting Price $5,000

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