Description: Pre-Columbian pottery bowl is an authentic piece of Casas Grandes (or Paquim) culture, dating back to approximately 1250-1660 AD. This bowl is classified as **Ramos Polychrome** and reflects the artistry and cultural significance of the Casas Grandes culture, which was centered at Paquim in Chihuahua, Mexico, one of the most complex and significant Mogollon archaeological sites. **Details:** - **Era:** Prehistoric/Pre-Columbian, circa 1250-1660 AD - **Type:** Ramos Polychrome Casas Grandes Pottery - **Dimensions:** 7" tall x 10" diameter - **Condition:** Excellent for its age, with no overpaint or visible restoration (please refer to photos for details) Casas Grandes pottery is renowned for its intricate designs, typically on a white or reddish base with ornamentation in blue, red, brown, or black. This bowl exemplifies that tradition, offering both aesthetic beauty and historical significance. The intricate geometric and figurative motifs on this bowl make it an outstanding showpiece, ideal for any collection of ancient artifacts. **Historical Context:** The Casas Grandes site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was a thriving center of the Mogollon culture. Known for its extensive irrigation system, multi-story adobe dwellings, and specialized crafts (like pottery and copper work), Paquim is a testament to the cultural sophistication of its inhabitants. Casas Grandes pottery, like this bowl, was highly prized and traded throughout northern Mexico and as far north as New Mexico and Arizona. This bowl is a genuine artifact, connecting collectors to the history and artistry of the ancient Americas. Please feel free to reach out with any questions before bidding
Price: 805 USD
Location: Granger, Indiana
End Time: 2024-11-27T21:34:47.000Z
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Provenance: Ownership History Available
Culture: Mexican
