Ceramic pot, Taíno culture (11th – 15th centuries), 18 x 22.5 cm.

Vessels and tableware – Various materials

Material: Clay/Ceramic | Type: Containers/Vessels | Countries: Dominican Republic

  • Period

    Prehispanic period (7th - 15th centuries)

  • Red List

    Red List – Dominican Republic

Category

Vessels and tableware – Various materials
Plates, pots and spoons: Made of stone, ceramics, terracotta and/or from seashells. The rims have strips incised with geometrical motifs; the handles are shaped as humans or hybrids.

Burenes: Ceramic plates or pots, round and flat.

Vessels: Made of wood or ceramics, may be adorned. Wood with humanoid faces and/or animal representations; ceramic vessels with incisions or colours.
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