Andean & Mesoamerican Shell Beads, Pottery & Copper

Pre-Columbian / Early Post Conquest, Peru & Mexico, ca. 300 BCE to 1500 CE. A varied group of traditional Andean and Mesoamerican pieces in wood, pottery, shell, copper, and later post-Spanish Conquest metal alloys. This mixed collection includes loose ancient shell disc and seed beads in beige, black, and purple-orange spondylus material, along with two natural spondylus shells (thorny oyster) with intact spines that illustrate the source of the bead material prized by ancient cultures. The lot also features ancient wood weaving spindles, a small pottery pendant figure, pottery vessels including a West Mexican tripodal pot and bowl, a Pre-Columbian copper bell, several later metal pieces such as a bronze ring, and a modern brass tumi knife inspired by traditional Andean ceremonial blades. Size of large bowl: 4" Diameter x 2.25" H (10.2 cm x 5.7 cm) A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. Item # 199593

Estimate:$200

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