{"product_id":"pre-columbian-northern-mexico-pottery-mug-casas-grandes-culture","title":"Pre-Columbian Northern Mexico Pottery Mug | Casas Grandes Culture | Circa 1100–1450 CE","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Northern Mexico (Chihuahua Region), Casas Grandes (Paquimé) Culture\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-formed earthenware pottery\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1100–1450 CE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis authentic Pre-Columbian pottery mug originates from the Casas Grandes (Paquimé) culture of northern Chihuahua, Mexico, one of the most sophisticated ceramic-producing societies of the ancient American Southwest and northern Mesoamerica. Hand-formed from earthenware clay, the vessel displays a rounded globular body, gently flaring rim, and a substantial curved strap handle extending from the shoulder to the rim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the highly decorated polychrome ceramics for which Casas Grandes is best known, utilitarian vessels such as this example were produced for everyday domestic use and played an essential role in food preparation, storage, serving, and ceremonial activities. The vessel retains an attractive naturally aged surface with areas of darkened coloration and mineral deposits accumulated through centuries of burial and preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe balanced proportions, smooth walls, and carefully formed handle demonstrate the skill of Casas Grandes potters, whose ceramic traditions represent one of the most important artistic achievements of pre-contact northern Mexico. The simple yet elegant form reflects the practical functionality favored for household wares while preserving the distinctive craftsmanship associated with the Paquimé cultural sphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Authentic Pre-Columbian Casas Grandes (Paquimé) pottery vessel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Northern Mexico, Chihuahua region\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Dating to circa 1100–1450 CE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Hand-formed earthenware construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Rounded globular body with flared rim\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Well-executed curved strap handle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Attractive naturally aged surface with burial patina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Evidence of traditional indigenous ceramic production techniques\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Fine example of Casas Grandes utilitarian pottery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAncient condition with expected surface wear, firing irregularities, mineral accretions, and age-related imperfections consistent with burial and centuries of antiquity. The vessel remains structurally sound and displays well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (Approximate)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: 4.875 in\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 4 in\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 3.9 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge (Approximate)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e575–925 years old\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the private Reinsmoen Collection, Clear Lake, Iowa, USA. Acquired through descent from the collection of Robert Anderson and held within the family collection prior to 2000. 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