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Maya polychrome vase with standing figures, Ulúa Valley region, Late Classic, ca. A.D. 550-950
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- clay
- Height: 5 3/8 in (13.6 cm)
densely painted with a procession of four elaborately garbed dignitaries dancing with arms extended front and back, with massive plumed headdresses, belts and tie-dyed loincloths with bundled sashes, the long limbs distinctively blackened, a band of repeat pseudo-glyphs around the rim.
Provenance
Acquired in the 1960's
By descent to the present owner
Condition
Excellent, intact, very nice dense painting style and coloring. encrusations remain on interior.
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In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.