Taíno Miniature Incised Terracotta Jar rattle but they may have served

but they may have served ritual purposes prior to their deposition

is a beautiful representation of the pottery tradition from the Nariño-Carchi region

and even a monkey skull

The palanquin features a meticulously designed everted flange roof crowned with a lotus bud-shaped ornament

and motifs of religious or metaphysical significance

Taíno Miniature Incised Terracotta Jar rattle but they may have servedPre Columbian Era, Tano Culture, c. 12001500 AD, Dominican Republic This magnificent and unusual small sized miniature jar showcases the artistry and symbolic depth of Tano culture. The vessel's distinctive irregular boat shaped form is adorned on both sides with deeply carved interlocking triangular motifs and intricate incised swirls, which are stylized to represent bird heads. These motifs reflect the Tano's close relationship with nature and their