Lot 288: ANTIQUITIES, Maya bird jar

AUCTION: Sale 283 - US Sale

Description

An adorable Maya Plumbate jar from El Salvador, c. 400 – 800 AD. It is 3” long and depicts a nicely detailed bird. This rare Tohil Plumbate example originated in the Soconusco region of Mexico and was a trade item distributed throughout the Maya cultural regions. Cf. Guzman “Museo Nacional de Antropologia”, page 117. Ex Tango collection. Value Range: $175 - $250

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 288
Listing #: 187617
Closed: Thursday, June 21, 2012 8:11:20 PM CT
Estimate: $175

Sold Winning Bid: $105
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Description

An adorable Maya Plumbate jar from El Salvador, c. 400 – 800 AD. It is 3” long and depicts a nicely detailed bird. This rare Tohil Plumbate example originated in the Soconusco region of Mexico and was a trade item distributed throughout the Maya cultural regions. Cf. Guzman “Museo Nacional de Antropologia”, page 117. Ex Tango collection. Value Range: $175 - $250

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 288
Listing #: 187617
Closed: Thursday, June 21, 2012 8:11:20 PM CT
Estimate: $175