Pre-Columbian Nariño “Coquero” Seated Figure Culture: Maya

Culture: Maya

The vessel presents in strong overall condition

columnar body with subtly indicated limbs

Provenance: Ex Zhu Owen Collection

Condition: Fair

Pre-Columbian Nariño “Coquero” Seated Figure Culture: MayaPre Columbian Nario Coquero Seated FigureCapul Cultural Complex, Highlands Nario Region, Colombiac. 8001500 AD A fine Pre Columbian Nario pottery figure depicting a coquero, a seated male figure engaged in the ritual chewing of coca leaves. The figure sits on a low bench with arms resting across the knees, a posture characteristic of Nario sculptural traditions. The distinctive bulge in the cheek represents a wad of coca leaves, an important cultural