Lot 1180
A Pre-Columbian painted clay figure "Cuchimilco", a vessel and a small bird, Peru, probably Chancay and Chimu culture, 13th - 15th century
Works of Art, Antiquities & Ancient Art | A109kua | Live auction | 1190 Lots
Description
Clay. A standing clay figure with indicated arms and feet and relief-modelled facial features. Painted head and neck jewelry. Perforations to reverse and sides. Height: 15 cm / Bulbous guard with elongated, conical spout, round foot decorated with relief geometric decor. Spout chipped. Height: 22.5 cm / Small bird figure, reverse with perforation. One ear broken off. H. approx. 7 cm The age determination is based on the characteristics of the object, without a TL report having been produced. Cultural Asset!Provenance: From a South German private collection. Acquired from the father, who lived in Peru in the 1960s/70s.
Condition: II - III Questions about the lot?