Small chip in the rim and surface wear consistent with age and use
undecorated gourd (Lagenaria siceraria)
The face is beautifully rendered with large coffee-bean shaped eyes beneath arched brows
characterized by open savanna landscapes resembling modern East Africa
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Chimú-Inca Miniature Vessel fangpeople Small chip in the rimPre Columbian era, Chim Inca culture, c. 1430 1470AD, Moche Valley, Trujillo, Peru Absolutely charming small sized Chim pottery vessel featuring an ovoid body, short neck, flaring spout, and small strap handles on the shoulders. The rounded base and vertical mold seams along the sides reflect the standardized, mold made technique typical of Chim ceramic production. Its surface is well smoothed and polished, showcasing the cultures renowned