Pre - Columbian Chupicuaro / Colima Redware Olla Pot Circa 100 BC - 250 AD
Item History & Price
Reference Number: Avaluer:511667 | Provenance: Ownership History Available |
Material: Pottery |
circa 100 BC - 250 AD
Chupicuaro / Colima pottery olla from Western Mexico. The bottom is rounded; widening gracefully and topped by a flared spout. Nicely burnished redware surface. Ample manganese and other deposits. In remarkable condition with no chips or cracks. Overall, a superior example. Approx 3.5" tall x 3.75" across.
Provenance: Joan Crystal Collection, Louisiana Gallery, ...Houston, TexasEstate of James McLane - noted collector and Director Space Environment in Manned Flight Operations NASA
John W. Sherman Collection
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