This piece is quite worn, given its potential age as I’ve been told and may be a piece of pre-Colombian pottery. You can see where from the attached photos it is chipped around the rim.
The item is 7 inches tall and 11 inches around the circumference
Hello, this item is a hand-modeled ceramic vessel measuring 7 inches in height with a circumference of 11 inches, likely representing a figural depiction rooted in Mesoamerican iconography. The piece appears to be coated in a dark patina, possibly intentional aging. It shows a central anthropomorphic figure surrounded by multiple smaller faces and headdresses, which echoes stylistic traits found in pre-Columbian cultures such as the Veracruz or Mezcala traditions. However, the execution, facial proportions, and overall composition suggest it may be a later reproduction or folk art inspired by ancient prototypes rather than a true antiquity.
Without thermoluminescence testing or controlled excavation provenance, attribution to the pre-Columbian period remains speculative. The market is flooded with replicas, many of which display similar wear patterns and iconographic borrowings. If confirmed as a modern homage or reproduction, its value would fall between $100 and $250 USD.