Guanacaste-Nicoya Terracotta Tripod Vessel with Animal Head - PF.3461 Origin: Western Costa Rica Circa: 1200
AD
to 1550
AD Dimensions:9.5" (24.1cm) high Collection: Pre-Columbian Style: Guanacaste-Nicoya Medium: Terracotta
From the depths of the great Guanacaste-Nicoya
Zone of the culturally rich country of Costa Rica,
history and art combine to tell us a story. This
artistic vessel may express one or many of the
ancient stories or mythologies relating to the
rabbit.. This vessel may have served an important
function during shaman rituals. The artistic
ingenuity and beautiful shape of this vessel
makes it a masterpiece of well-developed skill
and remarkable creativity.
- (PF.3461)