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Jaguar Head Pot of Pre-Columbian Zoomorphic Ceramics Style from Tabasco

$554
$73024% Off
£418.71
£551.7424% Off
€479.92
€632.3824% Off
CA$772.82
CA$1,018.3424% Off
A$842.75
A$1,110.4824% Off
CHF 445.60
CHF 587.1624% Off
MX$10,137.47
MX$13,358.0424% Off
NOK 5,654.70
NOK 7,451.1524% Off
SEK 5,182.48
SEK 6,828.9124% Off
DKK 3,584.70
DKK 4,723.5224% Off

About the Item

Crafted in homage to the ancient Jaguar zoomorphic pottery associated with the Tabasco region, this vintage ceramic vessel captures the powerful visual language of early Mesoamerican-inspired forms. Styled after ceremonial jaguar pots dating conceptually to the Olmec period (circa 1200–400 BCE), this piece reflects the enduring reverence for the jaguar as a symbol of strength, protection, and spiritual authority. The sculpted facial features—closed eyes, pronounced muzzle, stylized mouth opening, and rounded ears—clearly convey the commanding presence of the jaguar, a sacred animal deeply tied to ritual and mythological traditions. The vessel is hand-built, with a cylindrical opening at the top and visible interior construction marks that highlight its artisanal nature. Its unglazed surface displays earthy brown and terracotta tones, with natural variations and surface wear consistent with age and handling. While decorative in modern use, the form references ceremonial and ritualistic vessels traditionally associated with symbolic offerings. This striking piece functions beautifully as a sculptural object, ethnographic-inspired décor, or collector’s item, making it an eye-catching addition to any collection of folk, primitive, or Mesoamerican-style ceramics.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)
  • Style:
    Pre-Columbian (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Good vintage condition with surface wear, minor abrasions, and small imperfections consistent with age and handcrafting; no major cracks observed.
  • Seller Location:
    West Hollywood, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9169239887152

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