Pot (Olla) c. 300 - 799

This Chorotega ceramic pot, dating back to 300-799 CE, is a striking example of Pre-Columbian art from Central America. The pot's bulbous form is decorated with intricate geometric patterns and stylized animal figures, likely representing the Chorotega people's beliefs and cosmology. The use of red and brown pigments on a buff-colored clay surface creates a vibrant and visually engaging composition. The pot, now housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, is a testament to the artistic sophistication and cultural richness of the Chorotega civilization.