Pre-Columbian Nayarit Pottery Warrior

Mexico, 3rd century B.C. - 3rd century A.D., the figure, assuming an aggressive posture, wears a crested helmet and is clad in barrel armor; substantial amounts of original red slip remain.

21 in.

Collection of a Western North Carolina Gentleman

An exceptionally large example with expressive features.

Repairs to left foot and helmet crest; some loss to spear at right hand.

$2,000 - 4,000