Colima Terracotta Xoloitzcuintle (Sitting dog) - 31.5 cm
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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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Colima terracotta sculpture of a seated Xoloitzcuintle dog with a hollow body and a red slip finish, measuring 31.5 cm high, 18 cm wide and 28 cm deep, dating to the Protoclassic period (ca. 100 BCE – 300 CE) and in good condition with restored breaks and a missing tip of the right ear, provenance Privécollectie in the Netherlands with an original 1994 tax appraisal.
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Description from the seller
Beautiful pre-Columbian terracotta sculpture of a seated dog from the Colima culture (West Mexico). Dating: Protoclassical period, ca. 100 BCE – 300 CE.
This impressive, hollow figure (urn) has a height of 31.5 cm and is finished with a characteristic polished red slip. Such dog figures (presumably the Xoloitzcuintle) served in the Colima culture as important grave offerings and spiritual guides for the afterlife.
The object is in a representative condition, fully appropriate to its archaeological age. As is very common with pre-Columbian grave pottery, the piece has sustained past breaks which have been restored; stabilized break lines are visible around the neck and torso. The extreme tip of the right ear is also missing. Please inspect the attached photos closely for your own complete view of the condition.
Provenance
This lot stands out for its excellent and demonstrable European provenance. The sculpture has been in a Dutch private collection for decades and is supplied with the original physical appraisal dated 14 April 1994, drawn up by sworn antiquarian and appraiser Bodes & Bode from The Hague.
Indication of required export licenses
For shipment and sale within the European Union, no export license is required, since the demonstrable provenance confirms that the object has long been in the EU (well before the relevant UNESCO treaties concerning illicit trade). Bidders from outside the EU should be aware that they themselves are responsible for any local customs or import regulations.
Shipping method
Given the fragility of the terracotta, the object will be packaged with utmost care, shock-absorbent, and 'box-in-box' (double). Shipping is always by registered mail and fully insured, including track & trace. Pickup in Rotterdam (near Nesselande) is also possible after the auction, in consultation.
Beautiful pre-Columbian terracotta sculpture of a seated dog from the Colima culture (West Mexico). Dating: Protoclassical period, ca. 100 BCE – 300 CE.
This impressive, hollow figure (urn) has a height of 31.5 cm and is finished with a characteristic polished red slip. Such dog figures (presumably the Xoloitzcuintle) served in the Colima culture as important grave offerings and spiritual guides for the afterlife.
The object is in a representative condition, fully appropriate to its archaeological age. As is very common with pre-Columbian grave pottery, the piece has sustained past breaks which have been restored; stabilized break lines are visible around the neck and torso. The extreme tip of the right ear is also missing. Please inspect the attached photos closely for your own complete view of the condition.
Provenance
This lot stands out for its excellent and demonstrable European provenance. The sculpture has been in a Dutch private collection for decades and is supplied with the original physical appraisal dated 14 April 1994, drawn up by sworn antiquarian and appraiser Bodes & Bode from The Hague.
Indication of required export licenses
For shipment and sale within the European Union, no export license is required, since the demonstrable provenance confirms that the object has long been in the EU (well before the relevant UNESCO treaties concerning illicit trade). Bidders from outside the EU should be aware that they themselves are responsible for any local customs or import regulations.
Shipping method
Given the fragility of the terracotta, the object will be packaged with utmost care, shock-absorbent, and 'box-in-box' (double). Shipping is always by registered mail and fully insured, including track & trace. Pickup in Rotterdam (near Nesselande) is also possible after the auction, in consultation.
Details
Culture
Colima
Century/timeframe
Protoklassieke periode (ca. 100 v.Chr. – 300 n.Chr.)
Name of object
Xoloitzcuintle (Sitting dog)
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
1974
Material
Terracotta
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
31.5 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1974
Width
18 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Mexico
Depth
28 cm
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.
