*Vase cérémoniel
with a decoration of concentric motifs and symbols evoking the attributes of a deified animal. This decoration expresses a particular relational concept with the animal world whose forms are here stylized and purified to the extreme to form symbolic motifs.
Beige and brown terracotta, incised decoration.
Good state of conservation
Olmec, Mexico, 900 - 600 B.C.
6.4 x 13.4 cm
Provenance: Former Samuel Dubiner collection since the 1950s
Lot presented under the temporary importation regime
