Offered here for your consideration is a Puerco black on red figural pottery bowl. Constructed with the coil method with ground shards and sand for temper, circa 1050 to 1225 A.D., Puerco black on red is distinguished by its large bold decorative elements separated by fields of thin parallel lines. This fantastic bowl has seven small circles of red that the artist defined by filling the rest of the interior with fine black parallel lines. Six of the circles occupy the sides of the bowl and each contains a seven point star, while the center of the bowl hosts a large circle within which a horned toad rests. Beautifully executed, this bowl would shine in any collection of pottery, Native American artifacts, or simply art works. It will add sophistication and interest to your home or office decor. So many possible uses, but only one chance to purchase, so do not miss out, Bid Now!
PROVENANCE: Former Dr. Paul Alepa collection. Dr. Alepa, who passed in 2004, was a professor of medicine at the University of Arizona, former Chief of Rheumatology at Georgetown University Medical Center and Chief of Rheumatology Services at the VA Hospital in Washington, DC. These items have been in storage since Dr. Alepa's passing and are accompanied by an Artifact Disclosure Statement.
MAKER: Unknown potter.
APPROX AGE: Prehistoric.
SIZE: This pot measures approximately 6 inches deep x 12 1/2 inches across.
CONDITION: As found with some restoration expected. This pot has not been subjected to a black light or any other tests, other than visual by us, so the extent of any possible restoration is unknown. Buyer is responsible for determining this to their satisfaction before bidding. Please look closely at the pictures as they are an important part of our description and are hereby incorporated into the description, specifically with regards to condition.
HANDLING: There will be a $20 handling / packaging fee for shipping this lot.
SHIPPING: The actual cost of postage will be added on top of the handling charges.