From the depths of the great Atlantic-Watershed Zone of the culturally rich country of Costa Rica, history and art combine to tell us a story. This artistic vessel may express one or many of the ancient stories or mythologies relating to these zoomorphic creatures. There are applied zoomorphic creatures on each rattle tripod. The creatures have large circular eyes on the sides of their heads. The lips are full and rectangular. There are extraordinary headdresses on each creature. Little legs with elbows and claws cling to the vessel. Firing slits are cut into the sides of each figure. The globular lower body of this vessel constricts to a sloping shoulder before the long neck. There is a band design encircling the shoulder. The artist in following the swelling contours of this globular vessel has paid careful attention. This vessel may have served an important function during shaman rituals. The artistic ingenuity and beautiful shape of this vessel makes it a masterpiece of well-developed skill and remarkable creativity.