A Bolivian twin-handled pottery amphora in debased Tiahuanaco style

A Bolivian twin-handled pottery amphora in debased Tiahuanaco style

Code: 2773

£140.00

Description: A good-sized twin-handled amphora in debased Tiahuanaco style, with tubular neck, flared lip, globular body and flat base. The fabric is pale orange earthenware with red slip. The exterior decorated with crude repeated scroll designs in dark red, but much of the design obscured by darker staining. Some body cracks and possible restoration but sound.

Size: 153 mm/6 ins. high

Culture: Bolivia

Date: c. 200-700 A.D.

Provenance: With Bonhams, Tribal Art Sale, Knightsbridge, London, 2 July 2003 (Sale no. 10193) (Part of Lot 18).