Jar with Narrowed Neck Depicting Abstract Birds c. 180 - 500

This ceramic jar, crafted by the Nazca people of ancient Peru between 180 and 500 CE, showcases their renowned artistry. The vessel features a distinctive narrowed neck and a rounded body, adorned with intricate painted designs. The stylized, abstract birds rendered in red, black, and white are characteristic of Nazca art, known for its dynamic lines and vivid colors. The jar, now housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, exemplifies the sophisticated craftsmanship and artistic expression of the Nazca civilization.