Pre-Columbian Proto-Maya Pottery Figure and distinctive Greek legends

and distinctive Greek legends

Height: 6 1/2 in

300 BCE – 300 CE

Animal effigy vessels such as this were used in ceremonial and domestic contexts and reflect the Inca's close relationship with the animals that sustained their empire

Pre-Columbian Tairona Zoomorphic Pottery Vessel — Northern Colombia

Pre-Columbian Proto-Maya Pottery Figure and distinctive Greek legendsPre Columbian Proto Maya Pottery Figure El Salvador Guatemala Middle Preclassic, ca. 600300 BCE Height: 6 3 4" A hand modeled ceramic figure from the Proto Maya cultural sphere of southeastern Mesoamerica, likely from the border region of El Salvador and Guatemala. Depicted seated with arms extended, the figure displays the rounded body proportions, expressive facial features, and characteristic coiffure associated with Preclassic ritual sculpture.