Tripod Vessel, 500 CE - 1000 CE
Terracotta
7.5
PF.3679
This vessel was found in a corridor tomb, which donates its funerary importance to the ancient civilization to which it belonged. This type of vessel was often locally referred to...
This vessel was found in a corridor tomb, which donates its funerary importance to the ancient civilization to which it belonged. This type of vessel was often locally referred to as floeros because of its resemblance to flower vases. The body is supported by three hollow conical legs, which contain rattles, and are surmounted by appliquéd male figures. The vessel is formed from buff colored earthenware, and is painted with black slip. The applied male figures are portrayed wearing hats, and their bold features are achieved applying and incising the clay. One is prompted to ponder on these ancient tomb guardians.