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Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
Bowl
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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Bowl

Artist/Maker (Panama)
Dateca. 800-1200
Mediumpottery
DimensionsOverall: 4 1/2 x 5 3/8 in. (11.4 x 13.7 cm)
ClassificationsContainers
Credit LineGift of Greta Gurr
Terms
    Object number90.0126.27
    DescriptionWestern Panama and Southeastern Costa Rica shared a cultural tradition in the ancient past known as Chiriquí. This bowl is likely from a Panamanian site near Barriles, an area where recent archaeological studies have discovered similar artifacts. The pottery from this area is characterized by simple, unpainted forms, which include engraved or modeled decoration known as Tarragó Biscuit. The appliqué that decorates this small bowl is exquisitely detailed and shows an anthropomorphic figure holding his head in his hands. There is great emotion in the expression on his face.
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