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Early American Frontier & Antique Auction

Sat, Aug 25, 2018 12:00PM EDT
Lot 447

Pre-Columbian Mayan Pottery Figure circa 500 A.D.

Estimate: $300 - $600

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$50 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$25,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000
The lot features a Pre-Columbian figural pottery vessel attributed to the Mayan culture of Belize and dating to circa 500 A.D. The pottery vessel shows the figural effigy design of a human male bust and shows the original early red pigment on the exterior. The vessel shows a hole in the top of the head, that is still intact, and was most likely used as a water vessel. The piece is from the Clem Caldwell collection and is truly a fascinating relic. Measures overall 5.25óH x 3.75óW. The piece shows the original condition and finish as when it was excavated and is truly a fine piece.

Condition

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