Bowl c. 180 - 500

This Nazca ceramic bowl, dating back to between 180 and 500 CE, is a striking example of the artistic skill of the ancient Nazca people. The bowl features a stylized, anthropomorphic figure, possibly a deity, with large eyes and a prominent mouth, surrounded by intricate geometric patterns. The figure is painted in a vibrant palette of red, orange, black, and white, highlighting the Nazca mastery of pottery painting and the use of natural pigments. Found in the southern coast of Peru, these bowls are considered a testament to the creativity and cultural sophistication of the Nazca civilization.