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Pre-Columbian Small Chavin Feline Lime vessel ancient south America
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Pre-Columbian Chavín Feline Lime Vessel – Ancient South American Pottery, 900 to 200 BCE
A remarkable Pre-Columbian Chavín lime vessel from ancient South America, expertly modelled in grey clay. This small lime vessel, 9 cm length and 6 cm in height, depicts a stylized crouching feline deity, a powerful symbol of transformation and authority in Chavín iconography.
The feline figure is rendered with arched, almond-shaped eyes, prominent stylized fangs, and a body decorated with incised circular motifs, evoking ritualistic symbolism. The compact form and dynamic detailing suggest ceremonial use, likely connected to lime preparation in coca rituals.
Culture: Chavín, Pre-Columbian South America
Period: 900 to 200 BCE
Material: Gray ware pottery
Condition: Fine condition, with original surface patina
Provenance: Ex-UK private collection, acquired before 1960
This is a rare and authentic Chavín artifact, ideal for collectors of ancient ceramics, Pre-Columbian art, or South American antiquities. Its small size and symbolic power make it a compelling addition to any ethnographic or museum-quality collection.
- Dimensions:Height: 2.37 in (6 cm)Width: 3.55 in (9 cm)Depth: 1.97 in (5 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:15th Century or Earlier
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU6460244035782
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