Ethnographic Arts & Artifacts

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LOT 28

Lot 28

Painted Pottery Seated Figure, possibly Nosara, Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica, c.800-1100 AD

Painted Pottery Seated Figure, possibly Nosara, Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica, c.800-1100 AD
Lot 28 Details
Painted Pottery Seated Figure, possibly Nosara, Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica, c.800-1100 AD

height 5 in — 12.7 cm

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $237.50
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Painted Pottery Seated Figure, possibly Nosara, Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica, c.800-1100 AD
  • Painted Pottery Seated Figure, possibly Nosara, Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica, c.800-1100 AD
  • Painted Pottery Seated Figure, possibly Nosara, Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica, c.800-1100 AD
Provenance:

Collection of the Late Helen E. Band;
Waddington's, December 10, 2009 lot 609

CONDITION DETAILS

Firing cracks, and some minor chips and scuffs.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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