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Large Maya Polychrome Tripod Plate Late Classic, ca. A.D. 550-950
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- clay
- Diameter: 15 7/8 in (40.5 cm)
the large offering plate boldly painted with the Hero Twin Hun Ahau as a youthful lord seated with hands flexed in a ceremonial gesture, wearing the diagnostic headband in the upswept coiffure, his body with distinctive black motifs emblematic of his mythic identify including the spiral "caban curl", wearing a striped and beaded loincloth, long jade bead necklace draped over the shoulders, moan feathers trailing behind, the rim encircled by repeat stylized jaguar spots, and incense squares.
Provenance
Stendahl Gallery, Los Angeles
Dr. William Kaiser, acquired from the above in the mid 1960's
Sotheby's, New York, November 24, 1986, lot 150, consigned by the above
Dr. William Kaiser, acquired from the above in the mid 1960's
Sotheby's, New York, November 24, 1986, lot 150, consigned by the above
Literature
Hasso von Winning, Pre-Columbian Art of Mexico and Central America, New York, 1968, Colorplate 406 and embossed on the front cover
Condition
Excellent condition overall; has three clean breaks and repairs on the right side of the plate as shown in photo.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.