Ecuadorian Standing Incensario

Ecuadorian Standing Incensario
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Ecuadorian Standing Incensario
Ecuadorian Standing Incensario
Ecuadorian Standing Incensario
Ecuadorian Standing Incensario
Ecuadorian Standing Incensario

Intricate Details and Artistic Narrative of this

Ecuadorian Standing Figure

 

An Ecuadorian Standing Incensario is a ceremonial artifact that depicts a nude male figure perched on a stepped base. The figure is wearing a large brim headdress and large earplugs and has remarkable facial features. This piece is brown in color, indicating that it was subjected to a more controlled firing process. Unlike most Manteño artifacts, which are black due to lack of oxygen, this incensario was intentionally broken during rituals, re-assembled, and painted over break lines. It measures 15.5″ and is from Manta, Manabi, Manteño – Ecuador, dating back to 700 – 1500 AD. This is an impressive piece!

Provenance: Alex Acevedo Art Gallery NYC 1980’s.

Ref. Pre-Columbian Art of South America, Alan Lapiner., Pg. 363 Plates 785, 757

Digging up prehistory “The Archaeology of Ecuador” Pg. 359

Price $2,480

 


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