Nariño Terracotta Olla
Nariño Terracotta Olla
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Pre-Columbian era, Nariño culture, Carchi-Nariño region, c. 800-1300AD, Colombia.
Fascinating hand-built and highly-burnished bichrome terracotta olla displaying various geometric patterns created by using wax and liquid colored clays. Terracotta bowls, jars and ollas were typical pottery forms of the Nariño-Carchi area. They differ in size, techniques and decorative designs. Apparently, their function was to present solid or liquid food, such as fermented maize (called chicha). The area where they were used is in the neighbouring provinces: Carchi in northern Ecuador and Nariño in southwestern Colombia. Vessels were primarily used in festivals and ceremonies. Many of them stand out by being decorated with negative painting. Good condition. Age-related wear, faded colors and minor abrasion. Lovely polished patina. Size approx. 12,5cm x 12,5cm x 10,0cm.
Provenance: Danish private collection
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