Pre-Columbian Northern Mexico Pottery Mug | Casas Grandes Culture | Circa 1100–1450 CE

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Authentic Pre-Columbian Casas Grandes pottery mug from northern Mexico featuring a globular body, flared rim, and curved strap handle.
Rotating view of an authentic Pre-Columbian Casas Grandes pottery mug from northern Mexico, highlighting its hand-formed earthenware construction, globular body, flared rim, curved strap handle, archaeological patina, and centuries-old Paquimé craftsmanship.
Ancient Paquimé earthenware vessel dating to circa 1100–1450 CE with naturally aged surface and archaeological patina.
Casas Grandes pottery mug from the Chihuahua region of Mexico, hand-formed from earthenware and preserved with centuries of wear.
Pre-Columbian Casas Grandes ceramic vessel with rounded body, sturdy handle, and evidence of traditional indigenous pottery techniques.
Ancient northern Mexican pottery mug from the Paquimé culture featuring a smooth earthenware surface and functional utilitarian design.
Authentic Casas Grandes earthenware mug with flared rim, globular form, and mineral deposits acquired through centuries of burial.
Historic Paquimé pottery vessel from Chihuahua, Mexico, displaying hand-formed construction and a well-executed strap handle.
Pre-Columbian earthenware mug attributed to the Casas Grandes culture, showcasing the craftsmanship of ancient northern Mexico.
Ancient Casas Grandes utilitarian pottery vessel with natural burial patina, rounded form, and traditional ceramic construction.
Handmade Paquimé ceramic mug dating to the 12th–15th century CE, representing the pottery traditions of northern Mexico.
Archaeological Casas Grandes pottery mug with curved handle and weathered earthenware surface from the ancient Chihuahua region.
  • Authentic Pre-Columbian Casas Grandes pottery mug from northern Mexico featuring a globular body, flared rim, and curved strap handle.
  • Rotating view of an authentic Pre-Columbian Casas Grandes pottery mug from northern Mexico, highlighting its hand-formed earthenware construction, globular body, flared rim, curved strap handle, archaeological patina, and centuries-old Paquimé craftsmanship.
  • Ancient Paquimé earthenware vessel dating to circa 1100–1450 CE with naturally aged surface and archaeological patina.
  • Casas Grandes pottery mug from the Chihuahua region of Mexico, hand-formed from earthenware and preserved with centuries of wear.
  • Pre-Columbian Casas Grandes ceramic vessel with rounded body, sturdy handle, and evidence of traditional indigenous pottery techniques.
  • Ancient northern Mexican pottery mug from the Paquimé culture featuring a smooth earthenware surface and functional utilitarian design.
  • Authentic Casas Grandes earthenware mug with flared rim, globular form, and mineral deposits acquired through centuries of burial.
  • Historic Paquimé pottery vessel from Chihuahua, Mexico, displaying hand-formed construction and a well-executed strap handle.
  • Pre-Columbian earthenware mug attributed to the Casas Grandes culture, showcasing the craftsmanship of ancient northern Mexico.
  • Ancient Casas Grandes utilitarian pottery vessel with natural burial patina, rounded form, and traditional ceramic construction.
  • Handmade Paquimé ceramic mug dating to the 12th–15th century CE, representing the pottery traditions of northern Mexico.
  • Archaeological Casas Grandes pottery mug with curved handle and weathered earthenware surface from the ancient Chihuahua region.
Authentic Pre-Columbian Casas Grandes pottery mug from northern Mexico featuring a globular body, flared rim, and curved strap handle.
Rotating view of an authentic Pre-Columbian Casas Grandes pottery mug from northern Mexico, highlighting its hand-formed earthenware construction, globular body, flared rim, curved strap handle, archaeological patina, and centuries-old Paquimé craftsmanship.
Ancient Paquimé earthenware vessel dating to circa 1100–1450 CE with naturally aged surface and archaeological patina.
Casas Grandes pottery mug from the Chihuahua region of Mexico, hand-formed from earthenware and preserved with centuries of wear.
Pre-Columbian Casas Grandes ceramic vessel with rounded body, sturdy handle, and evidence of traditional indigenous pottery techniques.
Ancient northern Mexican pottery mug from the Paquimé culture featuring a smooth earthenware surface and functional utilitarian design.
Authentic Casas Grandes earthenware mug with flared rim, globular form, and mineral deposits acquired through centuries of burial.
Historic Paquimé pottery vessel from Chihuahua, Mexico, displaying hand-formed construction and a well-executed strap handle.
Pre-Columbian earthenware mug attributed to the Casas Grandes culture, showcasing the craftsmanship of ancient northern Mexico.
Ancient Casas Grandes utilitarian pottery vessel with natural burial patina, rounded form, and traditional ceramic construction.
Handmade Paquimé ceramic mug dating to the 12th–15th century CE, representing the pottery traditions of northern Mexico.
Archaeological Casas Grandes pottery mug with curved handle and weathered earthenware surface from the ancient Chihuahua region.
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Pre-Columbian Northern Mexico Pottery Mug | Casas Grandes Culture | 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 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.

Unlike 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.

The 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.

Features

- Authentic Pre-Columbian Casas Grandes (Paquimé) pottery vessel

- Northern Mexico, Chihuahua region

- Dating to circa 1100–1450 CE

- Hand-formed earthenware construction

- Rounded globular body with flared rim

- Well-executed curved strap handle

- Attractive naturally aged surface with burial patina

- Evidence of traditional indigenous ceramic production techniques

- Fine example of Casas Grandes utilitarian pottery

Condition

Ancient 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.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Length: 4.875 in
Width: 4 in
Height: 3.9 in

Age (Approximate)

575–925 years old

Provenance

From 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. Formerly Artemis Fine Arts Gallery.

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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 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.

Unlike 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.

The 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.

Features

- Authentic Pre-Columbian Casas Grandes (Paquimé) pottery vessel

- Northern Mexico, Chihuahua region

- Dating to circa 1100–1450 CE

- Hand-formed earthenware construction

- Rounded globular body with flared rim

- Well-executed curved strap handle

- Attractive naturally aged surface with burial patina

- Evidence of traditional indigenous ceramic production techniques

- Fine example of Casas Grandes utilitarian pottery

Condition

Ancient 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.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Length: 4.875 in
Width: 4 in
Height: 3.9 in

Age (Approximate)

575–925 years old

Provenance

From 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. Formerly Artemis Fine Arts Gallery.

Learn More

Explore a Casas Grandes ceramic vessel from the collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Browse Our Collection of Ceramics & Pottery: Ancient Heritage Art

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