Inventory Number: PCER723 Category:

Colima Ceramic Turtle Vessel

$10,148.44

Culture: Colima

Region: West Mexico

Date/Origin: Circa 100 BC – AD 250

Type: Turtle Vessel

Material: Ceramic

Dimensions: 11 x 10 x 7 in.

Description: The Colima Ceramic Turtle Vessel is a unique artifact from the Colima culture. This reddish-brown ceramic piece is shaped like a turtle and features a spout, making it functional as a vessel. The shell is adorned with striking white geometric diamond patterns, showcasing the artistic skill and cultural significance of the object within Colima society.

Provenance: Galerie Mermoz, Paris
Marion & Mark Lynton, acquired from the above in 1979.

1 in stock

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