Ecuador Anthomorphic Vase Cosanga Panzaleo
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Vase Anthropomorphe Cosanga-Panzaleo, a Panzaleo culture vessel from Ecuador dating roughly 500–1500 CE, with a globular body, wide neck, two robust ribbon handles, and incised chevron and line motifs, 18 cm high by 16.5 cm, in very good overall condition with natural surface wear and no apparent restorations, including provenance and authenticity documentation.
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Anthropomorphic Vase Cosanga-Panzaleo
Incised Decor - Panzaleo Culture (Ecuador)
Integration Period (c. 500 – 1500 CE)
18 cm x 16.5 cm
Very good overall condition. Natural surface wear, earthy concretions of origin. No apparent restoration.
This piece comes from the central highlands of Ecuador (Cotopaxi and Tungurahua provinces).
Globular vessel with a wide neck, flanked by two sturdy and elegant ribbon handles. The neck and shoulder are adorned with applied discs (protuberances) forming a stylized face or bodily attributes, an emblematic feature of this culture. Complex incision work presenting geometric chevron and jagged-line motifs, delimiting dotted areas. The contrast between the red engobe at the base and the lighter upper part emphasizes the dynamism of the composition.
Panzaleo pottery objects were highly valued prestige items in pre-Hispanic Ecuador. Because of their lightness and refined aesthetics, they were the subject of intensive exchange networks between the Sierra and the Amazon. This piece testifies to the technical mastery of Andean artisans before the arrival of the Incas in the region.
Piece submitted for expert opinion and acquired at a catalogued auction; a duplicate of the invoice attesting to its authenticity will be attached to the package.
The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits.
Anthropomorphic Vase Cosanga-Panzaleo
Incised Decor - Panzaleo Culture (Ecuador)
Integration Period (c. 500 – 1500 CE)
18 cm x 16.5 cm
Very good overall condition. Natural surface wear, earthy concretions of origin. No apparent restoration.
This piece comes from the central highlands of Ecuador (Cotopaxi and Tungurahua provinces).
Globular vessel with a wide neck, flanked by two sturdy and elegant ribbon handles. The neck and shoulder are adorned with applied discs (protuberances) forming a stylized face or bodily attributes, an emblematic feature of this culture. Complex incision work presenting geometric chevron and jagged-line motifs, delimiting dotted areas. The contrast between the red engobe at the base and the lighter upper part emphasizes the dynamism of the composition.
Panzaleo pottery objects were highly valued prestige items in pre-Hispanic Ecuador. Because of their lightness and refined aesthetics, they were the subject of intensive exchange networks between the Sierra and the Amazon. This piece testifies to the technical mastery of Andean artisans before the arrival of the Incas in the region.
Piece submitted for expert opinion and acquired at a catalogued auction; a duplicate of the invoice attesting to its authenticity will be attached to the package.
The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits.
Details
Culture
Ecuador
Century/timeframe
VIème/XVIème siècle
Name of object
Anthomorphic Vase Cosanga Panzaleo
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2026
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Very good
Previous owner acquired from
Auction house
Previous owner - year acquired
2026
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
