A Colima Battle Scene...

Description

A Colima Battle Scene
West Mexico, c. 250 BC - 250 AD

Hollow earthenware with burnished red-brown slip with black paint on the torsos and legs, and extensive black manganese deposits. The dominant standing figure wields a pointed weapon in his proper right hand, and has his left foot on the thigh of the seated figure. Both wear caps with a single horn protruding from the front, the standing figure wears a triangular back rack scored along the perimeter to indicate feathers, and he sports a flaring crest also scored around the perimeter. The large spout of the vessel emanates from the back of the subordinate figure. Appears to be in very good, intact condition.

Provenance:
Ron Messick, Santa Fe, NM
T. Misenhimer, Hollywood, CA

Height: 13 inches

More Information: In overall very good to excellent condition. No apparent breaks, cracks, or chips. Surface is excellent condition. No apparent restoration.


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