Description:

Pre-Columbian, West Mexico, Michoacan, Protoclassic Period, ca. 500 to 100 BCE. A salacious pair of ceramic figures passionately entwined in the intense moment of amorous embrace. Holding each other in their arms, one figure straddles the other, both nude save for their earspools and collar necklaces. A rare example of Michoacan erotic art! Size: 4.4" L x 1.9" W x 1.8" H (11.2 cm x 4.8 cm x 4.6 cm)

This piece has been tested using thermoluminescence (TL) analysis and has been found to be ancient and of the period stated. A full printed and bound report is available to the buyer upon request.

Provenance: ex-Arte Primitivo, New York, New York, USA; ex-Albert and Monique Grant collection, collection #1897, New York City, New York, USA, 1950s to 1960s

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#175877

  • Condition: Intact and choice! A few minor nicks and chips, but otherwise excellent with nice remaining detail and earthen deposits throughout. Old collection labels on head of 1 figure.

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