Ancient Pre-Columbian Chorrera 9th–5th c BC Ceramic Effigy Monkey Vessel

An ancient Pre-Columbian, Chorrera, culture ca. 9th–5th century B.C. A red-brown terracotta zoomorphic effigy bottle -vessel of elegant compressed form resting on a flat base decorated with a band of incised geometric patterns surmounted by bottleneck in the form of finely sculptured seated Monkey with the legs drawn down, decorated below with a band of incised geometric patterns. 

 
CONDITION: in good condition with no damage or repair showing its age and usage patina.
 
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Dimensions: Height 20.7 cm (8 5⁄32 inches).