{"product_id":"rare-pre-columbian-chancay-ceremonial-litter-figure","title":"Rare Pre-Columbian Chancay Ceremonial Litter Figure","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-Columbian Chancay pottery litter figure, Peru, ca. 1000–1470 CE. A rare and highly unusual example depicting a stylized anthropomorphic figure seated within a ceremonial litter or carrying platform. The rectangular form is decorated with projecting side elements, painted geometric motifs, and dark linear designs, while the front features a molded human figure with large circular eyes and a distinctive facial expression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLitter scenes are uncommon in Chancay pottery and are believed to reference elite transport, ceremonial processions, or representations of high-status individuals. The vessel displays the characteristic cream, brown, and black painted palette associated with Chancay ceramics and retains attractive burial deposits and age-related surface wear consistent with long-term interment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA scarce and visually striking example of Chancay figural pottery, combining sculptural and painted decoration in a form rarely encountered on the market.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance: Ex Alberto Chavez Collection, Las Vegas, Nevada. Ex Private Las Vegas, Nevada Estate. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 6 inches x 5 3\/4 inches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Minerva Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53263770386729,"sku":null,"price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2762\/2185\/files\/EA371144-A2F2-4F84-9D4D-349B3015065C.jpg?v=1781368148","url":"https:\/\/minerva-gallery.com\/products\/rare-pre-columbian-chancay-ceremonial-litter-figure","provider":"Minerva Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}