Colima Culture 4th to 7th Century AD Terracotta Zoomorphic Vessel - 8.1 cm

Colima Terracotta Zoomorphic Vessel, Western Mexico – 4th to 7th Century AD Charming hand-modelled terracotta vessel in the form of a stylized dog or canine creature, a classic subject in Colima art. The animal is depicted standing on four short legs with a rounded body, expressive head with pointed snout and applied ears, and a large curved handle forming the back. The open spout rises from the shoulders. The surface shows a light beige slip with attractive areas of reddish-orange pigment and natural wear, typical of Colima ceramics. Pieces of this type are believed to have served as ritual vessels, offerings or funerary goods in shaft tombs. Material: Terracotta Dimensions: 8.1 × 8 × 3.7 cm Weight: 87.4 g Provenance: German private collection, acquired in Germany in the 1980s. We guarantee the authenticity of the pieces, backed by the combined experience of our experts spanning more than 40 years. A Certificate of Authenticity (CoA) will be sent digitally by email. This item has been legally acquired under European Law.

Estimate:£507.07

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