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Tripod Vessel - PF.3679
Origin: Costa Rica
Circa: 500
AD
to 1000
AD
Dimensions:
7.5" (19.1cm) high
Collection: Pre-Columbian
Medium: Terracotta
$3,000.00
Location: United States
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| Description |
This vessel was found in a corridor tomb, which
donates its funerary importance to the ancient
civilization to which it belonged. This type of
vessel was often locally referred to as floeros
because of its resemblance to flower vases. The
body is supported by three hollow conical legs,
which contain rattles, and are surmounted by
appliquéd male figures. The vessel is formed
from buff colored earthenware, and is painted
with black slip. The applied male figures are
portrayed wearing hats, and their bold features
are achieved applying and incising the clay. One
is prompted to ponder on these ancient tomb
guardians.
- (PF.3679)
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