Description:

A fine example of a rare type of figurine from the ancient Chupicuaro region of Pre-Columbian Mexico, ca. 300 - 100 BCE. This terracotta example represents a rare type of Chupicuaro figure, featuring highly detailed decoration and remnants of original red and white pigment, The form is that of a female with an extended belly and large breasts. Interestingly, she is shown with heavy neck ornamentation and a rare style of head decoration. The hairstyle and hair ornamentation feature applied circular objects decorated in white against red pigment. Figure itself measures approximately 2-1/2" tall, 3" tall mounted. Provenance: Former Southwest, US collection. All items in this auction have been legally acquired, are legal to sell, and guaranteed to be as described or your money back. The starting price is the lowest price at which the lot can sell.

  • Condition: Intact with strong remnants of original red and white painted decoration. The figure is mounted on a thin metal wire display mount, with a small amount of glue applied at the back of the neck to hold it to the mount. The glue can likely be easily removed using histological acetone, if it is desired to remove it from the mount. Otherwise, minor weathering, wear and abrasions overall.

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October 11, 2013 9:00 AM MDT
Louisville, CO, US

Artemis Fine Arts

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$0 $299 $25
$300 $999 $50
$1,000 $1,999 $100
$2,000 $4,999 $250
$5,000 $9,999 $500
$10,000 $19,999 $1,000
$20,000 $49,999 $2,000
$50,000 $99,999 $5,000
$100,000 $199,999 $10,000
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