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Museum worthy Authentic Pre-Columbian Aztec \"Lord of Fire\" Huehueteotl Incense Burner
Circa 1350 – 1521 A.D. | Postclassic Period, Central Mexico
ITEM OVERVIEWUp for sale is an impressive, authentic Pre-Columbian earthenware incense burner (coptilmachtli) depicting Huehueteotl, the ancient Aztec Lord of Fire and Hearth.
Dating to the Late Postclassic Period (c. 1200 – 1400 A.D.), this sculptural incense burner portrays the aged deity seated with deep facial furrows, ear spools, and hands holding a miniature vessel. The figure supports a large upper brazier basin adorned with geometric step-fret (xicalcoliuhqui) bands and a sculpted owl face terminal on the front rim.
SPECIFICATIONS & DETAILS
Culture / Era: Aztec / Postclassic Central Mexico (c. 1200 – 1400 A.D.)
Subject: Huehueteotl (Old God / Lord of Fire)
Material: Hand-Modeled Terracotta Ceramic w/ Burnished Slip
Condition: Solid structural integrity. Displays authentic aged surface patina, light subterranean soil deposits, and honest rim chipping along the upper brazier border as pictured.
Dimensions: Approx. 7.5\" Tall and 4.5\" wide
COLLECTOR HIGHLIGHTS
Iconic Aztec Deification: Huehueteotl is one of the oldest and most important pantheon figures in Mesoamerican ritual history.
Complex Ceramic Craftsmanship: Features detailed facial sculpting, relief owl medallion, step-fret rim, and functional transport handle.
AUTHENTICITY, ATTRIBUTION & PROVENANCE
This artifact was procured from an established specialist artifact company and was represented by them.
As an additional step, a detailed forensic-style visual analysis of the available photographs was performed to evaluate apparent age, construction, surface characteristics, wear, patina, pigment, and other visible features relevant to attribution. A copy of this analysis report will be provided to the buyer upon request or included with the purchase. The visual assessment found characteristics consistent with the stated attribution and apparent age.
AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEE: We stand behind the item as it was represented to us by the specialist artifact sale company. If the buyer obtains a written opinion from a qualified independent specialist materially disputing the stated authenticity during the applicable return period, the item may be returned in its original condition for a refund, subject to the terms of the listing and \'s applicable policies.
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