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Important Fine Art, Silver & Antiques - March Day 2

Sun, Mar 30, 2025 11:00AM EDT
Lot 1627

Pre-Columbian Northwest Peru Redware Vessel With 2 Bulbous Chambers

Estimate: $250 - $400

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Description:

Pre-Columbian, northwest coast Peru, Viru culture, ca. 100 BCE to 600 CE. A remarkable redware vessel comprised of 2 bulbous chambers that are connected via a brief tunnel at their side and a tubular loop handle at their shoulders. One of the chambers features a flat base, tapered spout, and annular, lipped rim, while the other rests on a round yet stable base and is topped with a zoomorphic head. Capped with a flared headdress, the head displays an avian- esque visage, consisting of a petite, pointed beak, bulging eyes, and incised nostrils and pupils, all flanked by a pair of sizeable ears. An annular drill hole decorates the lobe of each ear, allowing one to suspend ornaments from the head of this curious creature. Size: 7" L x 4.75" W x 6.125" H (17.8 cm x 12.1 cm x 15.6 cm)
Condition:

Possible repair and restoration. Otherwise, excellent.
Provenance:

ex-Ashland University Museum, Ashland, Ohio, USA, donated to Ashland University between July 1994 to December 1998

All antiquities were purchased at Artemis Gallery with COA.

See image of Certificate of Authenticity.

Size: 7 x 3 x 6 in.

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All antiquities were purchased at Artemis Gallery with COA.

7 x 3 x 6 in.