(6) Meoamerican Zapotec Anthropmorphic Clay Pipes Lot of six Zapotec clay pipes with humanoid figural forms.

Zapotec pottery, originating from the ancient Zapotec civilization of Oaxaca, Mexico, is renowned for its intricate designs, symbolic motifs, and fine craftsmanship that flourished between 500 BCE and 900 CE. Often made from locally sourced clay, these ceramics range from utilitarian vessels to elaborate funerary urns, many adorned with stylized depictions of deities, animals, and geometric patterns reflecting Zapotec cosmology. Artisans employed techniques such as burnishing, incising, and painting with mineral-based pigments, creating works that combined functional use with ceremonial and artistic value. Today, both archaeological examples and contemporary Zapotec pottery continue to embody the cultural heritage and artistic traditions of the Oaxaca region.

Largest Size: 2 1/4 x 3 1/2 x 5 1/2 in.

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