Figurative vessel.

Colima, Mexico, 100 BC - 250 AD.

Terracotta

13 cm height and 14 cm diameter

Provenance:
- Private collection, J. R. (1928 - 2013) Barcelona, formed since 1950 until 2000. Thence by descendent.

DOCUMENTS:
- Spanish Export License.

Condition: Good condition, see photos.


The Colima people lived in northwest Mexico, in a rugged, low-lying coastal region carved by valleys, each with its own ecology and a warm, humid climate.

Colima ceramics display a wide variety of figures and shapes, but little variation in technique. Most pieces have a burnished red finish and some are decorated with orange or white incisions. Molded figures are common, especially of plants, animals (especially dogs) and seashells. Human representations typically feature dwarfs and hunchbacks more than others, and few female forms. Many of these figures have “coffee-bean” eyes and are dressed in finely detailed traditional attire. Little is known of Colima stonework; only a few pieces such as mace heads, small masks and figurines have been found. These people also practiced basketweaving and weaving, and used metallurgy to make objects such as needles, axes, rattles, nose rings and ear ornaments.

The vast majority of ceramic pieces that have been ascribed to this culture are grave goods found in the tombs of individuals of high social rank. The Colima buried their dead in family tombs up to 30 meters deep, some with multiple chambers. The bodies were accompanied by a wide variety of grave goods, including ceramic statuettes of armed men, which served as symbolic guardians. Ceramic sculptures of dogs were another common grave good, and were believed to be the emissaries of Xolotl, the god of death.

Notes:
- The piece includes authenticity certificate.
- The piece includes Spanish Export License (Passport for European Union). NOT TAXES.
- According to Spanish legislation, items sent outside the European Union are subject to export taxes and will be added to the invoice, at the buyer's expense. These export fees are fixed on the final auction price and the tax rate is not applied directly on the total value of the item to be exported, but rather the different percentages by sections are applied to it:
- Up to 6,000 euros: 5%.
- From 6,001 to 60,000 euros: 10%.
This export permit application process can take between 1-2 months maximum.
- The seller guarantees that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property. Provenance statement seen by Catawiki.

Seller's Story

IMPORTANT NOTES: -We are a professional seller. - All items sold will come with their professional invoice. - All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity (warranty document), including the description, image and provenance of the item. - All items will be shipped via private courier with insurance (DHL express, CORREOS of Spain, or other similar with tracking number). - All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiques over 100 years old and their price valued. - For shipping outside of EU: Delivery time subject to customs clearance. Liability and Customs Regulations or Import Requirements applicable in the destination country are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We are not responsible for delays caused by customs procedures. Import taxes and vat are not included in the shipping costs. The import tax or VAT payable depends on the country of destination. Payments of any taxes or any disputes with the Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer. - For some of the items offered, for shipment outside the European Union it is necessary to obtain an Export Permit which will detail the payment by the buyer of Export Fees according to Spanish legislation. If it is necessary it will be mentioned in the description of the article, BECAUSE NOT IN ALL THE CASES IT IS LIKE THAT. These fees will be added to the invoice, at the buyer's expense. These export fees are fixed on the final auction price and the tax rate is not applied directly on the total value of the item to be exported, but rather the different percentages by sections are applied to it: Up to 6,000 euros: 5%. From 6,001 to 60,000 euros: 10%. This export permit application process can take between 1-2 months maximum. - We guarantee that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property.
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Figurative vessel.

Colima, Mexico, 100 BC - 250 AD.

Terracotta

13 cm height and 14 cm diameter

Provenance:
- Private collection, J. R. (1928 - 2013) Barcelona, formed since 1950 until 2000. Thence by descendent.

DOCUMENTS:
- Spanish Export License.

Condition: Good condition, see photos.


The Colima people lived in northwest Mexico, in a rugged, low-lying coastal region carved by valleys, each with its own ecology and a warm, humid climate.

Colima ceramics display a wide variety of figures and shapes, but little variation in technique. Most pieces have a burnished red finish and some are decorated with orange or white incisions. Molded figures are common, especially of plants, animals (especially dogs) and seashells. Human representations typically feature dwarfs and hunchbacks more than others, and few female forms. Many of these figures have “coffee-bean” eyes and are dressed in finely detailed traditional attire. Little is known of Colima stonework; only a few pieces such as mace heads, small masks and figurines have been found. These people also practiced basketweaving and weaving, and used metallurgy to make objects such as needles, axes, rattles, nose rings and ear ornaments.

The vast majority of ceramic pieces that have been ascribed to this culture are grave goods found in the tombs of individuals of high social rank. The Colima buried their dead in family tombs up to 30 meters deep, some with multiple chambers. The bodies were accompanied by a wide variety of grave goods, including ceramic statuettes of armed men, which served as symbolic guardians. Ceramic sculptures of dogs were another common grave good, and were believed to be the emissaries of Xolotl, the god of death.

Notes:
- The piece includes authenticity certificate.
- The piece includes Spanish Export License (Passport for European Union). NOT TAXES.
- According to Spanish legislation, items sent outside the European Union are subject to export taxes and will be added to the invoice, at the buyer's expense. These export fees are fixed on the final auction price and the tax rate is not applied directly on the total value of the item to be exported, but rather the different percentages by sections are applied to it:
- Up to 6,000 euros: 5%.
- From 6,001 to 60,000 euros: 10%.
This export permit application process can take between 1-2 months maximum.
- The seller guarantees that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property. Provenance statement seen by Catawiki.

Seller's Story

IMPORTANT NOTES: -We are a professional seller. - All items sold will come with their professional invoice. - All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity (warranty document), including the description, image and provenance of the item. - All items will be shipped via private courier with insurance (DHL express, CORREOS of Spain, or other similar with tracking number). - All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiques over 100 years old and their price valued. - For shipping outside of EU: Delivery time subject to customs clearance. Liability and Customs Regulations or Import Requirements applicable in the destination country are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We are not responsible for delays caused by customs procedures. Import taxes and vat are not included in the shipping costs. The import tax or VAT payable depends on the country of destination. Payments of any taxes or any disputes with the Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer. - For some of the items offered, for shipment outside the European Union it is necessary to obtain an Export Permit which will detail the payment by the buyer of Export Fees according to Spanish legislation. If it is necessary it will be mentioned in the description of the article, BECAUSE NOT IN ALL THE CASES IT IS LIKE THAT. These fees will be added to the invoice, at the buyer's expense. These export fees are fixed on the final auction price and the tax rate is not applied directly on the total value of the item to be exported, but rather the different percentages by sections are applied to it: Up to 6,000 euros: 5%. From 6,001 to 60,000 euros: 10%. This export permit application process can take between 1-2 months maximum. - We guarantee that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property.
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Culture
Colima, Mexico,
Name of object
Figurative vessel. 13 cm H. 100 BC - 250 AD. Spanish Export License
Century/ Timeframe
100 BC - 250 AD.
Provenance
Private Collection
Country of Origin
Unknown
Material
Terracotta
Condition
Good

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Very happy. Everything arrived quickly and safely packaged. The item is as described. I highly recommend purchasing. Very interesting items to bid on.

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Sehr schöne Kette. Gut verpackt und schnell versandt. Vielen Dank!

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Great piece, really delicate and nice. Fast delivery.

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Oggetto corrispondente alla descrizione. L’arrivo è stato difficoltoso perchè il corriere ha consegnato in orario di pranzo e la portineria era chiusa. Sono dovuti tornare.

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Bel objet, très bien emballé, très bien livré!

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Snelle levering. Mooi beeldje. Ik heb vragen bij het certificaat. Dat kan ik ook maken.

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