Lot 262: ANTIQUITIES, Lambayeque pitcher

AUCTION: Sale 296 - US Sale

Description

An exceptional Lambayeque (Sican) orangeware pitcher from Peru, c. 700 – 1300 AD. This superb footed vessel is 6-1/2’ high and is decorated with a pair of Sky Dragons separated by panels of linear designs. The flared spout has crisply molded water symbols and wave designs. Intact, highly burnished, good mineral deposits. Ex Caravallo collection. Value range: $500 - $700

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 262
Listing #: 228986
Closed: Thursday, February 14, 2013 6:10:30 PM CT
Estimate: $500

Starting Bid: $300
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Description

An exceptional Lambayeque (Sican) orangeware pitcher from Peru, c. 700 – 1300 AD. This superb footed vessel is 6-1/2’ high and is decorated with a pair of Sky Dragons separated by panels of linear designs. The flared spout has crisply molded water symbols and wave designs. Intact, highly burnished, good mineral deposits. Ex Caravallo collection. Value range: $500 - $700

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 262
Listing #: 228986
Closed: Thursday, February 14, 2013 6:10:30 PM CT
Estimate: $500