Mayan Frog Vessel
Mayan Frog Vessel
Mayan frog vessel measuring approximately 7 inches in length, 6 inches in width, 3 1/4 inches in height. Base of bowl decorated on each side with dual priests, perhaps a depiction of the Hero Twins. Front and rear include dual images of pseudo glyphs. Topped with a well developed frog sculpture. Highly realistic face with spotted body. Crowned with a raised rim opening circumfrenced by pseudo glyphs. Colors form pumpkin to a deep red with black used for outlining and decorating. Mineralized with minor fading and scuffing. Intact and unrestored. In beautiful condition. Provenance; Southwest private collection.
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