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Pre-Columbian Inca Polychrome Kero
Pre-Columbian Inca Polychrome Kero
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Description
Imperial Inca Kero, probably from the Lake Titicaca area of Bolivia, ca. 1200 - 1400 A.D. Polychrome pottery vessel used primarily to drink Chicha (one of several varieties of fermented beverages, particularly those derived from maize). With white slip, then black, brown and brick-red colored original pigments in eye-catching geometric designs. Manganese oxide blooms overall. 7-3/8"H x 6-1/4"D.

PROVENANCE: Ex-private Florida Collection.
Condition
Intact/excellent condition.
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Pre-Columbian Inca Polychrome Kero

Estimate $1,800 - $2,200
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Starting Price $900

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