Pictorial bowl
Date11th-13th century
Maker
Casas Grandes
Maker
Chihuahua
Label TextThe Casas Grandes settlement engaged in specialized craft activities, including the production of pottery that was distributed by extensive trading networks. Similarity with Pueblo pottery is seen here in that the stylized designs might refer to clouds, rain, lightning, and abstract birds.
Object number86.87
Photo CreditPhoto by Paul Macapia
Exhibition HistorySeattle, Washington, Seattle Art Museum, Cosmic Beings in Mesoamerican and Andean Art, Nov. 10, 2018 - ongoing.Credit LineGift of John H. Hauberg
Dimensions4 1/2 in. (11.4 cm)
Diam.: 9 1/2 in.
MediumCeramic
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