Figurine - Tairona Okarina mit stehender zoomorpher Figur mit Halbmondkopfschmuck - Clay
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 2,000 - € 2,500
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Tairona pipe bowl from the Tairona culture, made of terracotta/ceramic/stoneware, dating to ca. 900–1400 CE, from northern Colombia; 7 cm high, 5 cm wide, 4 cm deep; in good used condition with minor signs of wear; sold with stand; provenance includes Chengue/Chenque, Galería Cano (Bogotá), Klaus Kalz (Berlin) with ownership since 1974; acquired in 2005.
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Description from the seller
The object is a pipe bowl from the Tairona culture.
• The object originates from northern Colombia and is dated to approximately 900–1400 CE.
• The pipe bowl is made of terracotta/ceramic/stoneware.
• The Tairona were known for their ceramics and their use of stone in the construction of houses and tombs.
• Archaeological studies show that the Tairona produced both ritual and functional objects.
Provenance:
in situ Chengue / Chenqùe, Colombia
Galeria Cano, Bogota, Colombia
Klaus Kalz, Berlin, Germany (1974)
Dealer in Germany, acquired form above 2005
Invoice seen by Catawiki
Seller's Story
We are a Pre-Columbian Art Collector based in Germany with many years of experience in collecting and selling pre-Columbian art. We participate in the most important art fairs in Europe, such as BRAFA, Parcours des Mondes, Cultures Brussels, and others. We are a professional seller. All items sold will come with their professional invoice. Each item we sell will also include its own Certificate of Authenticity (warranty document), which includes a description, image, and provenance of the item.
Translated by Google TranslateThe object is a pipe bowl from the Tairona culture.
• The object originates from northern Colombia and is dated to approximately 900–1400 CE.
• The pipe bowl is made of terracotta/ceramic/stoneware.
• The Tairona were known for their ceramics and their use of stone in the construction of houses and tombs.
• Archaeological studies show that the Tairona produced both ritual and functional objects.
Provenance:
in situ Chengue / Chenqùe, Colombia
Galeria Cano, Bogota, Colombia
Klaus Kalz, Berlin, Germany (1974)
Dealer in Germany, acquired form above 2005
Invoice seen by Catawiki
Seller's Story
We are a Pre-Columbian Art Collector based in Germany with many years of experience in collecting and selling pre-Columbian art. We participate in the most important art fairs in Europe, such as BRAFA, Parcours des Mondes, Cultures Brussels, and others. We are a professional seller. All items sold will come with their professional invoice. Each item we sell will also include its own Certificate of Authenticity (warranty document), which includes a description, image, and provenance of the item.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Tairona
Century/timeframe
900–1400 n. Chr.
Number of objects
1
Title
Tairona Okarina mit stehender zoomorpher Figur mit Halbmondkopfschmuck
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2005
Country of origin
Colombia
Ethnic group/culture
Tairona
Material
Clay
Country acquired from
Germany
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Sold with stand
Yes
Colour
Brown
Previous owner - year acquired
1974
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
Height
7 cm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Width
5 cm
Depth
4 cm
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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.
