Ancient Paquimé Corrugated Earthenware Jar | Chihuahua Region | Circa 1100–1450 CE

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From private Reinsmoen Collection, Clear Lake, Iowa, USA. Acquired through descent from Robert Anderson and retained within the family collection. Acquired prior to 2000. Formerly Artemis Fine Arts Gallery. 

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Ancient Paquimé corrugated earthenware jar from Chihuahua region, circa 1100–1450 CE
Rotating view of an authentic Pre-Columbian Casas Grandes corrugated pottery jar from northern Mexico, highlighting its hand-built earthenware construction, textured surface, corrugated shoulder bands, archaeological patina, and ancient utilitarian form.
Frontal view of ancient earthenware vessel highlighting wavy neck ridges and coarse clay
Three-quarter view of hand-formed Casas Grandes jar with corrugated texture and charring
Full view of Ancient Paquimé corrugated earthenware jar with wide mouth and beige texture
Interior view of ancient Chihuahua region jar revealing smooth unglazed rim with pigment
Ancient Paquimé earthenware jar base detail showing textured tan clay with dark speckles
Side view of Pre-Columbian corrugated pottery jar with horizontal ridges and soot marks
Angled shot of Pre-Columbian ceramic jar showing red and black pigment on weathered surface
  • Ancient Paquimé corrugated earthenware jar from Chihuahua region, circa 1100–1450 CE
  • Rotating view of an authentic Pre-Columbian Casas Grandes corrugated pottery jar from northern Mexico, highlighting its hand-built earthenware construction, textured surface, corrugated shoulder bands, archaeological patina, and ancient utilitarian form.
  • Frontal view of ancient earthenware vessel highlighting wavy neck ridges and coarse clay
  • Three-quarter view of hand-formed Casas Grandes jar with corrugated texture and charring
  • Full view of Ancient Paquimé corrugated earthenware jar with wide mouth and beige texture
  • Interior view of ancient Chihuahua region jar revealing smooth unglazed rim with pigment
  • Ancient Paquimé earthenware jar base detail showing textured tan clay with dark speckles
  • Side view of Pre-Columbian corrugated pottery jar with horizontal ridges and soot marks
  • Angled shot of Pre-Columbian ceramic jar showing red and black pigment on weathered surface
Ancient Paquimé corrugated earthenware jar from Chihuahua region, circa 1100–1450 CE
Rotating view of an authentic Pre-Columbian Casas Grandes corrugated pottery jar from northern Mexico, highlighting its hand-built earthenware construction, textured surface, corrugated shoulder bands, archaeological patina, and ancient utilitarian form.
Frontal view of ancient earthenware vessel highlighting wavy neck ridges and coarse clay
Three-quarter view of hand-formed Casas Grandes jar with corrugated texture and charring
Full view of Ancient Paquimé corrugated earthenware jar with wide mouth and beige texture
Interior view of ancient Chihuahua region jar revealing smooth unglazed rim with pigment
Ancient Paquimé earthenware jar base detail showing textured tan clay with dark speckles
Side view of Pre-Columbian corrugated pottery jar with horizontal ridges and soot marks
Angled shot of Pre-Columbian ceramic jar showing red and black pigment on weathered surface
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Ancient Paquimé Corrugated Earthenware Jar | Chihuahua Region | Circa 1100–1450 CE

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Historical Context & Origin

Region: Northern Mexico (Chihuahua Region), Casas Grandes (Paquimé) Culture
Material: Hand-formed earthenware pottery
Period: Circa 1100–1450 CE

Description

This authentic Pre-Columbian Casas Grandes corrugated plainware jar represents a classic ceramic form produced by the ancient peoples of the Chihuahua region of northern Mexico between approximately 1100 and 1450 CE. Hand-formed from coarse earthenware clay, the vessel displays the distinctive corrugated construction technique for which many Casas Grandes utilitarian wares are known.

The rounded body is decorated with horizontal corrugated bands encircling the upper portion of the vessel, while the lower body retains a textured surface created during the hand-building process. A slightly everted rim frames the wide mouth, and traces of dark firing marks and mineral deposits remain visible throughout, reflecting both its age and traditional firing methods.

Pottery played a vital role within Casas Grandes society, serving domestic, ceremonial, and storage functions. While the culture is perhaps best known for its finely painted polychrome ceramics, corrugated vessels such as this example were equally important as practical household wares and demonstrate the skilled craftsmanship of the region's ancient potters.

Features

- Authentic Casas Grandes corrugated pottery construction

- Rounded globular body with wide mouth opening

- Horizontal incised and corrugated bands around the neck and shoulder

- Hand-built earthenware with visible ancient manufacturing techniques

- Natural mineral deposits and firing marks from age and burial

- Excellent example of utilitarian Pre-Columbian pottery tradition

- Warm buff-colored ceramic surface with archaeological patina

Historical Significance

The Casas Grandes (Paquimé) culture flourished in northern Mexico between approximately 1100 and 1450 CE and served as an important cultural crossroads linking Mesoamerica with the Indigenous societies of the American Southwest. Their settlements became centers of trade, craftsmanship, and ceremonial activity.

Corrugated vessels such as this were essential components of daily life, used for storing water, foodstuffs, grains, and other household necessities. The distinctive corrugated decoration not only strengthened the vessel walls but also reflects regional ceramic traditions unique to the Casas Grandes people. 

Condition

Ancient condition with expected age-related surface wear, firing irregularities, mineral accretions, and losses consistent with centuries of burial and preservation. Displays well.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Height: 4 in
Width: 4.7 in

Age (Approximate)

575–925 years old

Provenance

From private Reinsmoen Collection, Clear Lake, Iowa, USA. Acquired through descent from Robert Anderson and retained within the family collection. Acquired prior to 2000. Formerly Artemis Fine Arts Gallery. 

Learn More

Discover the archaeological significance of Paquimé (Casas Grandes), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, through UNESCO World Heritage Centre

Explore Our Collection of Ceramics & Pottery: Ancient Heritage Art

Description

Historical Context & Origin

Region: Northern Mexico (Chihuahua Region), Casas Grandes (Paquimé) Culture
Material: Hand-formed earthenware pottery
Period: Circa 1100–1450 CE

Description

This authentic Pre-Columbian Casas Grandes corrugated plainware jar represents a classic ceramic form produced by the ancient peoples of the Chihuahua region of northern Mexico between approximately 1100 and 1450 CE. Hand-formed from coarse earthenware clay, the vessel displays the distinctive corrugated construction technique for which many Casas Grandes utilitarian wares are known.

The rounded body is decorated with horizontal corrugated bands encircling the upper portion of the vessel, while the lower body retains a textured surface created during the hand-building process. A slightly everted rim frames the wide mouth, and traces of dark firing marks and mineral deposits remain visible throughout, reflecting both its age and traditional firing methods.

Pottery played a vital role within Casas Grandes society, serving domestic, ceremonial, and storage functions. While the culture is perhaps best known for its finely painted polychrome ceramics, corrugated vessels such as this example were equally important as practical household wares and demonstrate the skilled craftsmanship of the region's ancient potters.

Features

- Authentic Casas Grandes corrugated pottery construction

- Rounded globular body with wide mouth opening

- Horizontal incised and corrugated bands around the neck and shoulder

- Hand-built earthenware with visible ancient manufacturing techniques

- Natural mineral deposits and firing marks from age and burial

- Excellent example of utilitarian Pre-Columbian pottery tradition

- Warm buff-colored ceramic surface with archaeological patina

Historical Significance

The Casas Grandes (Paquimé) culture flourished in northern Mexico between approximately 1100 and 1450 CE and served as an important cultural crossroads linking Mesoamerica with the Indigenous societies of the American Southwest. Their settlements became centers of trade, craftsmanship, and ceremonial activity.

Corrugated vessels such as this were essential components of daily life, used for storing water, foodstuffs, grains, and other household necessities. The distinctive corrugated decoration not only strengthened the vessel walls but also reflects regional ceramic traditions unique to the Casas Grandes people. 

Condition

Ancient condition with expected age-related surface wear, firing irregularities, mineral accretions, and losses consistent with centuries of burial and preservation. Displays well.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Height: 4 in
Width: 4.7 in

Age (Approximate)

575–925 years old

Provenance

From private Reinsmoen Collection, Clear Lake, Iowa, USA. Acquired through descent from Robert Anderson and retained within the family collection. Acquired prior to 2000. Formerly Artemis Fine Arts Gallery. 

Learn More

Discover the archaeological significance of Paquimé (Casas Grandes), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, through UNESCO World Heritage Centre

Explore Our Collection of Ceramics & Pottery: Ancient Heritage Art

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