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Lot 1133
A Pre-Columbian ape-shaped pottery double-vessel, Maya Culture, circa 900 A.D. A Pre-Columbian ape-shaped pottery double-vessel, Maya Culture, circa 900 A.D. A Pre-Columbian ape-shaped pottery double-vessel, Maya Culture, circa 900 A.D.
A Pre-Columbian ape-shaped pottery double-vessel, Maya Culture, circa 900 A.D.
A Pre-Columbian ape-shaped pottery double-vessel, Maya Culture, circa 900 A.D.
A Pre-Columbian ape-shaped pottery double-vessel, Maya Culture, circa 900 A.D.

Lot 1133

A Pre-Columbian ape-shaped pottery double-vessel, Maya Culture, circa 900 A.D.

Works of Art, Antiquities & Ancient Art | A108kua | Live auction | 1169 Lots

Hammer price € 750

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Description

A double vessel consisting of two nearly cylindrical containers joined together. One container features a lid/cap shaped like a screaming monkey with its hands resting on its stomach. The wide-open mouth has an opening through which incense can be burned. Signs of wear due to age; the tip on the monkey’s head is chipped; otherwise in good condition. Dimensions: 28.5 x 20 x 14 cm. A very rare piece. The age of the object was determined based on its characteristics, without having obtained a TL appraisal. CULTURAL ASSET!

Provenance: Ex Hank Johnson collection (US), than Mike Teager collection (US), since early 2000s German Private Collection.

Condition: II Questions about the lot?

General Information

The auction starts on Monday, May 18, 2026 at 10 am (CEST) with Lot no. 001 - 861 and continues on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10 am (CEST) with Lot no. 862 - 1172. The pre-sale view will take place from May 12 - May 15 2026 in our auction rooms at Bretonischer Ring 3 in 85630 Grasbrunn / Munich from 11 am to 5 pm (CEST). Please make an appointment if possible to avoid waiting times.

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