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SKU: 5224-2113

Hohokam Effigy Pottery Head

ca. 1000 - 1300 AD

1.375" H x .8125" W

Hand Carved with Pronounced Nose, Eyes and Mouth

In Good Condition and Appears to be Broken and Missing His Body

Hohokam effigy pottery heads are unique ceramic vessels shaped like human or animal heads, often depicting ancestors or spiritual figures, showcasing their complex beliefs, artistry, and use in rituals, especially during the Classic Period (c. 1150-1400 CE) in the Salt/Gila River valleys of Arizona, characterized by specific clays, temper, and red-on-buff painting or smudging techniques, reflecting a connection between the living and spiritual worlds.

Condition: Good

Tribe: Anasazi - Hohokam - Salado - Caddo

Year Range: Prehistoric / Pre Columbian AD 400-1500

Region: Southwest

Dimensions: 1.38 in0.81 in

Category: Stone Artifacts - Censers - Paint Palettes - Donuts - Balls - Other, Pottery - Prehistoric

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