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Pre-Columbian ceramics pot – Tiahuanaco Culture

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"Pre-Columbian Ceramics – Tiahuanaco Culture" Material: Ceramic Origin: Southern Sierra of Peru, Lake Titicaca Plateau Period: Boom Age (1 AD – 800 AD) Dimensions: 16 x 12 x 14 cm Condition: See photos for condition Important pre-Columbian ceremonial ceramic belonging to the Tiahuanaco culture, an Andean civilization that flourished in the highlands of Lake Titicaca between Peru and Bolivia. This vase, made of ceramic with a characteristic reddish hue, is decorated with geometric motifs typical of the religious and ritual imagery of the time. These were ritual vessels used during religious and political ceremonies, testifying to the high artistic and symbolic level achieved by this culture. Its typology and style make it a representative piece of Tiahuanaco ceramic art, appreciated by both collectors and specialized institutions.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.73 in (12 cm)Diameter: 5.52 in (14 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    500
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages.
  • Seller Location:
    Madrid, ES
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5779245061192

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