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Colima Reclinatorio - PF.0433
Origin: Western Mexico
Circa: 300 BC to 300 AD
Dimensions: 9" (22.9cm) high x 7" (17.8cm) wide
Catalogue: V2
Collection: Pre-Columbian
Style: Colima
Medium: Terracotta

$9,900.00
Location: United States
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Odd looking objects such as this were used by persons of rank to support their backs when seated. In form it represnts a stylized bird with human legs. This is perhaps a metaphor for the dreams one has while resting, which take flight in a similarly surreal fashion. - (PF.0433)
 

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