9th-3rd century BC. A carved and polished stone cylindrical vessel with flat rim, featuring zoomorphic and anthropomorphic figures and geometric motifs around the body; the interior is deep with a curved base. See Sotheby's, Pre-Columbian Art, New York, 17 May 1994, lots 327-329, for vessels of a similar form displaying a similar style of carving; see Howard, S., Rose Gallery, Inc., Arte Primitivo, auction 47, 9 June 2008, lots 227 and 243, for vessels of a similar form displaying a similar style of carving.405 grams, 10.2cm (4"). Property of a Brussels gallery; acquired on the European art market. Very fine condition.