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Three Pre-Columbian Figural Pottery Whistles

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Three Pre-Columbian Figural Pottery Whistles

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Three Pre-Columbian Figural Pottery Whistles, c. 500-900 CE. Including 1) Mayan Figural Whistle, Mexico, c. 600-900 CE; Provenance: Minerva Gallery , Ft. Lauderdale, FL, November 16, 2015, Lot 214. [COA]; ex Dr. Peter G. Arnovick Collection, California. 2) a Vera Cruz Pottery Sonriente Whistle/Rattle, c. 500-700 CE; Provenance: Artemis Gallery, Louisville, CO [COA]; Whisnant Gallery, New Orleans, LA; and 3) a Jamocoque Pottery Female Figural Whistle, Ecuador, c. 500 CE; Provenance: Artemis Gallery, Louisville, CO [COA]; ex Adeon Gallery, Nick Poulos Collection, acquired before 1974. Sizes: 1) 5'' x 3.25'' x 2.25'' (13 x 8 x 6 cm). 2) 4.8'' x 2.5'' x 1.25'' (12 x 6 x 3 cm). 3) 7.25'' x 4'' x 1.75'' (18 x 10 x 4 cm). Note: There Are No Hidden or Confidential Reserves in this Auction; All Acceptable Bidding Commences at the Online Start Price.

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Three Pre-Columbian Figural Pottery Whistles

Name: Three Pre-Columbian Figural Pottery Whistles
SKU: 93899314
Price: 325 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $800

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