Lot 163
Pre-Columbian Nayarit Pottery Shaman Figure
Live — closing Oct 29 at 1:15 pm ET
- Estimate
- $1,000–$2,000
- Starting bid
- $300
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About this lot
Dimensions: Approx. 15 1/2×7 in.
Condition: Paint Wear, Chips on Head Strap
Additional Information: This Pre-Columbian West Mexican pottery figure, possibly from the Nayarit culture and dating from approximately 100 BC to AD 250, depicts a standing male figure believed to represent a warrior or shaman. Rendered in traditional red and cream-white pigments, the figure features a necklace and head strap that emphasize ceremonial or social importance within ancient West Mexican society. He is shown holding a tool in one hand while drinking from a bowl, capturing a moment tied to ritual, daily life, or spiritual practice. The upright stance and expressive stylized features reflect the distinctive artistry of Nayarit ceramic traditions, renowned for their detailed human figures and narrative representations. Rich in cultural significance and historical presence, this piece stands as a compelling example of early Mesoamerican craftsmanship and ceremonial art.
Lot details
- Lot
- 163
- Category
- Historical Objects › Primitive Cultures
- Estimate
- $1,000–$2,000
- Starting bid
- $300
- Bids
- 0
- Bidding closes
- Oct 29 at 1:15 pm ET
