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Breakfast Painting by

Clara Peeters : consisted of simple fare typical of a Dutch meal, known as breakfast paintings. Food was shown on a table with a dark background and a monochromatic color scheme, such as this work by Clara Peeters. This particular type of painting became very popular in Haarlem. Foods shown in breakfast paintings were Dutch staples and reminded viewers to follow moderation in all things.

Choice condition. The function of Pre-Columbian seals has long been a matter of debate. They were not used to stamp clay like Near Eastern seals. The lack of evidence in the archaeological record led various researchers to suggest that these seals could have been used for body painting, decorating ceramics, bark or textiles, or sculpting sand. However, Anthony Ortegon's study, "Pre-Columbian Stamp Seals," indicates with a fair amount of certainty that these seals were used to decorate food, specifically breads. His studies indicate that most stamp seals yield evidence of absorbed starches in laboratory testing, which would only occur if the seals were used regularly in the production of food. Although both flat and roller seals were used in food production, roller seals are far less common. Ortegon cites the ratio of flat to roller seals in museum collections as approximately 35:1. Measures 5" in length.

 

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An extraordinarily double sided bronze effigy tumi. A typical tumi would normally have a single final atop. This is a very rare double sided male/female effigy. Fully clothed male with headdress on one side and a naked female with broad necklace on the other. Measures 8.76 cm. Very Fine to Choice Condition

 

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This outstanding double figural vessel, illustrates an erotic scene that may have served ritual purposes and not common in Ecuadorian archaeology. Probably made as a votive offering. Shows traces of post-fired paint. Northern Manabi region, Ecuador. 500BC-500AD. In Fine condition. Measures over 8" in height by 10" in length.

 

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This transitional style Valdivia - Chorrera feline mortar is in choice condition. Outstanding open lapidary workmanship in serpentine stone. Incised traits on the sides and mouth area. Measures over 10" in length.

 

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Superbly crafted Jamacoaque mask depicting a shaman in transformation, possibly into a dragon. Nicely detailed with crisply incised teeth, horns on the forehead and good paint throughout. Fine condition. Pepper tree bark (yellow) and ochre (green,red) used for coloring. Manabi region, Ecuador. 300 BC - 400 AD. Measures 3 1/2"

 

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Gorgeous and impressive amphora. Faded negative resist black geometric decoration on a cream background with red-brown geometric decorative painted highlights. Scattered areas of mineral deposits on the surface. A 1/2” rim chip and a few minor surface scratches, otherwise intact and in fine condition. Nariño region, Colombian / Ecuador. 800-1250AD. Measures over 24" in height.

 

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A superb Bahia hollow figure from Ecuador - La Plata Hueco Type. Depicts a standing female with hands held to her mid-section. She is wearing a long skirt decorated with incised and painted designs. Adorned with a red ocher necklace and matching ear ornaments. Overall in excellent condition, with good paint, strong calcification, root marks and good high tone on the whistle. Manabi region, Ecuador. 500BC/500AD. This exceptional polychrome example is 9.5" tall.

 

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Elegant group of Chorrera figurines. These forms reflect mastery of proportion and expression. Each evoke harmony, realism in form. Punta Arenas region, Ecuador. 1800/300BC. Tallest piece measures over 5". Group

 

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This excellent example is incised in three gorgeous registers with the top portion being painted with images of 5 Jaguars, 5 Suns and 5 semi cirlcles possibly representing Rainbows. A normal split has developed due to antiquity. Peru. Late 16th century. Measures 7 1/2" in height.

 

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An excellent Moche lord stone tumi with suspension hole. Deeply incised carving with nice patina. Might have been used as a talisman pendant. Fine condition. Loma Negra region, Peru. 100-300 AD. Measures 5"

 

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Very desirable jaguar head. Large fragment of a jaguar-man figure. Typical high ash deposit clay. Modeled with finely placed applique. Though a fragment, it displays beautifully. Northern Esmeraldas region, Ecuador. 300 B.C.-300 A.D. Measures just under 6"

 

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Beautiful and ornate piece of art. A late Inca tupu pin in silver worn by a higher status noblewomen. Used to fasten cloaks worn around their shoulders and also served as Andean jewelry. Each unique with intricate scroll work. Measures 15.88 cm. Excellent condition. Peru 16th to 18th century.

 

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A wonderful pedestal bowl showing great detail. One side is decorated with a face of a human. The reverse is that of a large parrot face. Most likely used by a shaman in preparing hallucinogenic drugs. Esmeraldas region, Ecuador. 300BC/300AD. Upper bowl has been reassembled from several pieces. Measures 6 1/2" tall.

 

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Beautifully sculptured work of art in volcanic stone. Seated on a small platform in near choice condition. Front of both feet slightly damaged during antiquity. Guapiles region, Costa Rica. 1000/1500AD. Measures just under 5" tall.

 

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Bone Mask

 

Beautifully carved and handsome Nariño Bone Pendent. Very scarce item, due to the areas natural humid environment. Scattered mixed dendrites throughout mask. Completely intact and in fine condition. Nariño region, Colombian / Ecuador. 800-1250AD. Measures over 2 3/4" - 6.98 cm in height.

 

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Beautifully sculptured work of art in volcanic stone. Captured in a harmonious position. In choice condition. Guapiles region, Costa Rica. 1000/1500AD. Measures just under 5" tall.

 

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Extremely rare highly polished serpentine stone. Valdivia 8 (Piquigua Phase). This single sided stone plaque in bas-relief with deeply excised carving and are said by many to stylized zoomorphic features and resemble an owl. We disagree, as they appear to be humanoid showing either appendages or articles of clothing. Choice. Measures just under 8" in hight.

 

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Ceramic plaque. Grater function is doubtful as insignificant wear on these objects has been observed. Our hypothesis is that these instruments were used for removing fish scales or used for ritual purposes. Red pigment on outer rim. Intact. Measures 9 1/2". Esmeraldas region, Ecuador. 600BC/400AD. Also, this item has been published in Prima Dell America 4000 Anni Di Arte Precolombiana a Cura Di Giuliana Zanetti, p.253.

 

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Polished serpentine stone mortar in form of a parrot. Excellent craftsmanship of the Valdivia Culture 3800B.C/1600B.C. Measures 9" in Length.

 

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An adorable Nariño poporo (lime vessel) from the Capuli cultural complex of the highland region of southern Colombia. Fine Condition. 500–1000 AD. Rare example. Measures over 3" in height.

 

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Valdivia 8 (Piquigua Phase) from the Atahualpa Site (N3A1-001) Ecuador. Ultra Rare stone. Monolith stone block in bas-relief embellished with deep excised carvings on all six sides. Typically said by many to stylized zoomorphic features and resemble an owl. We disagree, as they appear to be humanoid showing either appendages or articles of clothing. Measures 10" in hight.

 

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Several members of our chapter attended the Orange County-Long Beach (OCLB) Chapter's Thanksgiving Weekend camping trip. We camped in tents and RVs, hiked and had a fantastic Thanksgiving potluck dinner created by Michael. The tags here are from activities we participated in. You can see photos of those activities in the links below.

 

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Nice example of a Bahia de Caraquez - La Plata type seated shaman. Evidence of cranial deformation in practice. Legs crossed and hands are held to his knees as in a spiritual state. Hint of post fired pigments are visible. Head garment, ear plugs and nose ring are intact and in overall nice condition. Manabi region, Ecuador. 500BC/500AD. Measures just under 7" in height. 17.5 cm.

 

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This magnificent specimen is one of the first hollow molded human forms made in the Americas. Rich tan burnished ceramic vessel effigy with corporal decoration. Machalilla region, Ecuador. 2000/1000BC. Stands at 7 1/2" tall.

 

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A beautiful and naturalistic head from the Classic period of La Tolita Monte Alto Culture. Masterfully done using iconic ash enrich pottery to produce their wonderful pieces. Ear plugs and parted hair are shown. Very fine condition. Northern Esmeraldas region, Ecuador. 200BC/90AD. Measures over 4 1/2" in height. Similar example are seen in "Tumaco 1000 ans D'art Precolombien" Pg. 63.

 

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Choice Valdivian granulite stone Mortar in the shape of a monkey and straight tail. Lovely patina throughout. Choice. Valdivia region, Ecuador. 1100 - 300 BC. Measures over 8" in length.

 

During the Late Formative period, there developed a great interest and desire for green stones in general. They were exotic in most areas and would have been sought in exchange over long distances as it became widespread use in domestic and mortuary contexts. The dramatic growth in popularity of green stones also occurred at about the same time in Mesoamerica.

 

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Exceptional work of art in bone. This double sided Jaguar spatula has deep incised geometric patterns throughout mid torso and a detailed Jaguar showing sharp teeth, front paws, hind legs and vertical long tail on final. Has been carefully reassembled from two pieces. Very rare to find bone artifacts due to normal deterioration from this area. In Fine condition. Northern Esmeraldas region, Ecuador. 200BC/90AD. Measures 5" tall. Compare similar example in "Charms in pre-Columbian Ecuador" No.137

 

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Beautifully sculpted Trophy Head in volcanic stone. Strongly rendered head with prominent lower jaw. The coiffure carved in high ridges forming geometric patterns. Fine Condition. Atlantic Watershed Region, Costa Rica. 700-1000AD. Measures 4" long by 3 1/2" in height.

 

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Finely made Valdivian Ceremonial Stone Hacha. Symmetric and high polished green stone. Custom display stand. Measures 6.25" (16.87cm) tall. 7" (17.78cm) mounted. Choice condition. Ecuador 4400-1450 B.C.

  

During the Late Formative period, there developed a great interest and desire for green stones in general. They were exotic in most areas and would have been sought in exchange over long distances as it became widespread use in domestic and mortuary contexts. The dramatic growth in popularity of green stones also occurred at about the same time in Mesoamerica.

 

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Mayan elite head fragment. This dignitary has strong defined facial features. He wears an elaborate headdress, ear flares and beaded choker necklace. Mold made. Fragment possibly from an incense burner. Late classic period AD 550-800. Belize Valley region.

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Choco-Story, located in the former Hacienda Uxmal, is an interactive museum that tells the history of cocoa and its importance to the Mayan.

A nice shady oak with boulders along original El Camino Real revealed Native American mortars!

This high school's interior stone veneer is a stunning example of the ambiance created by interior stone walls. Chilton Sedona Rustic ashlar stone veneer is used for the exterior stone veneer too. A tight grout installation was selected vs stacked stone masonry. Refer to our stone masonry blog (www.buechelstone.com/masonry/) for more details on how to install stone veneer. Buy stone veneer best experiences from Buechel! #StoneVeneer #InteriorStoneVeneer #AshlarStone #Masonry #RealStone

This high school's interior stone veneer is a stunning example of the ambiance created by interior stone walls. Chilton Sedona Rustic ashlar stone veneer is used for the exterior stone veneer too. A tight grout installation was selected vs stacked stone masonry. Refer to our stone masonry blog (www.buechelstone.com/masonry/) for more details on how to install stone veneer. Buy stone veneer best experiences from Buechel! #StoneVeneer #InteriorStoneVeneer #AshlarStone #Masonry #RealStone

This high school's interior stone veneer is a stunning example of the ambiance created by interior stone walls. Chilton Sedona Rustic ashlar stone veneer is used for the exterior stone veneer too. A tight grout installation was selected vs stacked stone masonry. Refer to our stone masonry blog (www.buechelstone.com/masonry/) for more details on how to install stone veneer. Buy stone veneer best experiences from Buechel! #StoneVeneer #InteriorStoneVeneer #AshlarStone #Masonry #RealStone

This high school's interior stone veneer is a stunning example of the ambiance created by interior stone walls. Chilton Sedona Rustic ashlar stone veneer is used for the exterior stone veneer too. A tight grout installation was selected vs stacked stone masonry. Refer to our stone masonry blog (www.buechelstone.com/masonry/) for more details on how to install stone veneer. Buy stone veneer best experiences from Buechel! #StoneVeneer #InteriorStoneVeneer #AshlarStone #Masonry #RealStone

This high school's interior stone veneer is a stunning example of the ambiance created by interior stone walls. Chilton Sedona Rustic ashlar stone veneer is used for the exterior stone veneer too. A tight grout installation was selected vs stacked stone masonry. Refer to our stone masonry blog (www.buechelstone.com/masonry/) for more details on how to install stone veneer. Buy stone veneer best experiences from Buechel! #StoneVeneer #InteriorStoneVeneer #AshlarStone #Masonry #RealStone

From Pacopampa; 1250 BC - 1 AD. Museo Larco Herrera, Lima, Peru

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Monastery of St. Anthony, Egypt

A nice heavy mortar. It was pretty cheap but very durable and heavy.

Odd broken artefacts, such as this, are often found pressed into use as planters. In this case a stone mortar of post-medieval vintage.

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