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Authentic Ancient Colima Dog Vessel c. 100 BC West Mexico – Ex Artemis Gallery Provenance
Description
Authentic Ancient Colima Dog Vessel – West Mexico – Circa 100 BC
A beautiful and highly appealingauthentic ancient Colima ceramic dog vessel from West Mexico, dating to approximately 100 BC.
This exceptional example features the classic expressive form associated with Colima dog sculptures, with a long snout, prominent ears, sturdy legs, rounded body, and an open vessel spout rising from the head. The rich reddish-brown surface displays abeautiful natural patinaand presents remarkably well from every angle.
What makes this piece particularly desirable is itsclean, attractive surface and strong overall presentation. The form is wonderfully sculptural, with plenty of character and an immediately recognizable Colima aesthetic. Please examine all photographs carefully for the condition and surface details.
Provenance is an important part of this piece:it was purchased fromArtemis Gallery in 2016and is accompanied by itspaperwork/documentation from the Colima, West Mexico
Date: Circa 100 BCMaterial: Terracotta / ceramicForm: Dog effigy vesselDimensions: Approximately9 inches tall x 10 inches longProvenance:Ex-Artemis Gallery, purchased in 2016Documentation:Accompanied by paperworkCondition: Beautifully preserved overall with an attractive reddish-brown surface and patina. Please refer closely to the photographs, which form an important part of the condition description.A wonderful opportunity to acquire alarge, highly decorative and beautifully modeled example of ancient West Mexican ceramic art with established prior gallery provenance. The personality and sculptural quality of the dog make this an especially striking display piece.
Guaranteed authentic as described and sold with the accompanying provenance paperwork.
