Pre-Columbian Manteno pottery and stone earrings These lamps were widely used

These lamps were widely used throughout the Roman world for everyday household lighting

Figures of this type were characteristic of the Tiquisate region of Guatemala

an important cultural and ceremonial practice throughout the Andean region

Such period repairs are occasionally encountered in objects that remained in use or were preserved in long-standing collections

Pre-Columbian Manteno pottery and stone earrings These lamps were widely usedPair of Pre Columbian Manteno Pottery and Stone Earrings Ecuador, ca. 8001500 CELength: 2 in (5. 1 cm); pottery bead diameter in (0. 9 cm) A charming pair of earrings composed of ancient Manteno pottery spindle whorls and stone beads, artfully mounted on modern silver hooks for wear. Each spindle whorl displays the distinctive black on cream painted geometric motifs characteristic of the Manteno culture of coastal Ecuador, likely symbolizing textile