Auction 36, December 18th
Thu, Dec 18, 2025 11:00AM EST
Lot 98
Pre-Columbian Style Terracotta Seated Figure
Estimate: $100 - $300
Starting Bid
$5
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $50 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $250 | $50 |
| $500 | $100 |
| $1,500 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $5,000 |
| $15,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $2,000 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
This small terracotta sculpture depicts a seated figure with arms crossed over the chest, wearing an elaborate headdress and adorned with incised facial features and geometric patterns. The expressive face and ceremonial pose suggest influence from Mesoamerican cultures such as the Aztec, Mixtec, or Zapotec. The unglazed surface and reddish clay are characteristic of traditional pre-Columbian ceramics. Without laboratory testing or provenance, it is likely a 20th-century reproduction made for decorative or educational purposes.
Dimensions: H10in Dia3in
medium
Hand-formed terracotta clay
Condition
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