LATE CLASSIC MAYA POLYCHROMED VASE. Late Classic Maya polychrome vase with a figural scene likely from the Peten region of Guatemala, or possibly the bordering regions of Mexico or Belize. It has a cylindrical shape with a flat bottom supported by three small, conical or nubbin-like feet. The vase is decorated in a polychrome style with a palette of red, black, and possibly some cream or beige against a light background. The painted scene depicts a seated figure, likely a noble or a deity, with intricate clothing, headdress, and glyphs. Vases like this one were often used by for consuming beverages like cacao (chocolate) during rituals and feasts. They were also frequently placed in tombs as burial offerings. - height:. 7.5 inches. Estimate $300-400
