Description:

Pre-Columbian, South America, Colombia, Narino, ca. 500 to 1000 CE. A massive, colossal, immense . . . whichever adjective you prefer to describe ENORMOUS . . . classic "bullet" style handbuilt amphora finished with beautiful black-on-red negative-resist geometric decoration upon the long neck and bullet formed bottom. What sets this piece apart is not only its grand scale but also the marvelous human face adorning the neck of the vessel - comprised of applied coffee bean shaped eyes, a protruding browline and nose, and an open mouth, this expressive visage framed by long angular filets. Among the largest and most beautiful we have seen, in addition to possessing oodles of personality! Custom stand. Size: 10.125" in diameter at widest point x 26.25" H (25.7 cm x 66.7 cm)

Provenance: private S. H. collection, Santa Clara, California, USA

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  • Condition: Repaired from multiple pieces - but very well done. Normal surface wear commensurate with age. Areas of mineral deposits.

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