Jama Coaque Terracotta - Large statuette - 300 BCE / 300 CE.

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Ruth Garrido Vila
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.

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Grande ceremonial statue by Jama Coaque from Ecuador, made of terracotta with a beige-brown engobe, 27.6 cm high and 14.2 cm wide, dating to 300 BCE–300 CE, in good condition and authentic, acquired in 2025 from a German gallery (Galerie/Antiquaire) with provenance traceable to Germany.

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Description from the seller

Large ceremonial statuette depicting a standing young man.
He wears a traditional headdress and is adorned with a broad necklace and bracelets
His skull is deformed toward the back, a distinctive sign of high-status individuals.
Jama Coaque, Ecuador, 300 BCE – 800 CE.
Terracotta with beige and brown engobe glaze, fired.
Height 27.6 cm, width 14.2 cm
Excellent conservation condition, minimal restoration to the torso

Provenance: Germany, M.H.L. Gallery.
Previous provenance history, German collection acquired before 1980
Accompanied by an invoice dating from the 1970s

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Seller's Story

Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects. All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal. An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Large ceremonial statuette depicting a standing young man.
He wears a traditional headdress and is adorned with a broad necklace and bracelets
His skull is deformed toward the back, a distinctive sign of high-status individuals.
Jama Coaque, Ecuador, 300 BCE – 800 CE.
Terracotta with beige and brown engobe glaze, fired.
Height 27.6 cm, width 14.2 cm
Excellent conservation condition, minimal restoration to the torso

Provenance: Germany, M.H.L. Gallery.
Previous provenance history, German collection acquired before 1980
Accompanied by an invoice dating from the 1970s

The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller warrants that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All seller’s items are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning provenance.

Seller's Story

Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects. All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal. An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Details

Culture
Jama Coaque
Century/timeframe
300 avant / 300 après J.-C.
Name of object
- Large statuette - 300 BCE / 300 CE.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Material
Terracotta
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
FranceVerified
4595
Objects sold
99.7%
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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.

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