Nayarit Seated Figure Nude Female w/ Bird-Like Visage

Pre-Columbian, West Mexico, Nayarit, ca. 300 BCE to 300 CE. An impressive pottery figure of a nude female seated with a stylized, bird-like visage of bulging, round eyes, a huge, beak-like nose, and a double-horned helmet. Bowed arms extend to her knees resembling wings, granting her a presentation reminiscent of an owl. Size: 5.6" L x 8.2" W x 12.8" H (14.2 cm x 20.8 cm x 32.5 cm) A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. Item # 185585

Estimate:£186.96

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