Black and White Jar
23 May 2022
Description

Two handled jar with black markings and small figures on front and back. The bottom of jar is round and will not set on a flat surface. Sticker on bottom is more than 40 years old.

Dimensions

15 inches tall

Provenance

In storage for over 40 years. Looks like pre-Columbian

Acquired from
Inherited
For sale
Maybe
Answered within 9 days
By Delia
Jun 01, 22:47 UTC
Fair Market Value
$150 - $250 USD
Suggested Asking Price $300 USD
What does this mean?

Hi Larry,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

An antique Chimu style black and white pottery vessel
probably 19th Century
The ovoid vessel with pinched cuff, flared neck with two loop handles, black and white geometric patterning and applied black-painted figures
10 inches high, 7 inches diameter
CONDITION: appears to be in good condition with some authentic wear and patina
PROVENANCE: inherited
$150-250*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, and thank you again for using Mearto.

Larry lewis Jun 03, 01:39 UTC

10” high and 7” wide

Delia Jun 05, 23:21 UTC

Thanks!

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