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Colima Cylindrical Vessel with Stylized Snakes and Skull Motifs - PF.0515
Origin: Western Mexico
Circa: 300 BC to 300 AD
Dimensions: 6.75" (17.1cm) high x 7" (17.8cm) wide
Catalogue: V2
Collection: Pre-Columbian
Style: Colima
Medium: Terracotta


Location: United States
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The four double-headed serpents that adorn this vase seem laden with earth magic. Two of the four drape themselves in horseshoe patterns around stylized human skulls. The presence of these two primal symbols--reptiles and death's heads--alerts us that this is an object steeped in ritual and mystery. The power of such a piece requires no explanation--it is felt instinctively, from deep within. - (PF.0515)
 

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