Sale 206 Lot 1096  

PERUVIAN SHIPIBO POTTERY EFFIGY VESSEL. A Shipibo pottery effigy vessel showcasing the distinctive artistic traditions of the Shipibo people from the Amazon region of eastern Peru. This type of pottery is characterized by its handmade construction, the use of natural earth pigments, and the application of geometric designs, known as "Kené," which are often inspired by ayahuasca visions. It is made of ceramic, with a rounded body that tapers towards the base and a narrower neck topped with a human face effigy. The base is a dark, earthy red, transitioning to a brown ring before the main body. - Height: 14.5 inches.
Estimate $100-150

Sold for $225

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