Mayan Vessel with Blood Ritual Scenes
10th-17th century AD. A substantial waisted drum-shaped ceramic vessel with three applied domed feet each with a slit to the forward edge, painted design of three priests sitting cross-legged performing a blood-drinking ritual. 1.4 kg, 19cm (7 1/2"). Property of an American gentleman; formerly in a collection formed in 1970s-1990s.
Condition Report: Fine condition, chipped.
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10th-17th century AD. A substantial waisted drum-shaped ceramic vessel with three applied domed feet each with a slit to the forward edge, painted design of three priests sitting cross-legged performing a blood-drinking ritual. 1.4 kg, 19cm (7 1/2"). Property of an American gentleman; formerly in a collection formed in 1970s-1990s.
Condition Report: Fine condition, chipped.