Pre-Columbian Maya Figural Pottery Censer stand Acquired from Axel Traugott

Acquired from Axel Traugott

The slightly forward-projecting nose

the bowl retains strong visual appeal and serves as an excellent example of ancient Maya painted pottery traditions

Spain) during the 2nd century BC

Provenance: Ex Private NY Collection

Pre-Columbian Maya Figural Pottery Censer stand Acquired from Axel TraugottPre Columbian Maya Figural Censer Stand Highland Guatemala, Late Classic Period, ca. 600900 CE An impressive terracotta censer stand featuring an appliqu anthropomorphic figure beneath a broad flaring rim. The seated figure is depicted with heavily lidded eyes, a pronounced nose, pursed lips, and large ear ornaments, while wearing a red painted garment that retains significant traces of its original pigment. A geometric band encircles the upper rim,