Ceramic Common Vessels 

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Imported restricted since 1991 from the Petén region of Guatemala and since 1997 from all of Guatemala.

Section I.A of Designated List in force since 2012.

Pre-Columbian Archaeological Material (Dating From Approximately 2000 B.C. to A.D. 1524)

I. Ceramic/Terracotta/Fired Clay:
A wide variety of decorative techniques are used on all shapes: fluting, gouged or incised lines and designs, modeled carving, and painted polychrome or bichrome designs of human or animal figures, mythological scenes or geometric motifs. Small pieces of clay modeled into knobs, curls, faces, etc., are often applied to the vessels. Bowls and dishes may have lids or tripod feet.

A. Common Vessels.
1. Vases—(10–25 cm ht).
2. Bowls—(8–15 cm ht).
3. Dishes and plates—(27–62 cm diam).
4. Jars—(12.5–50 cm ht).

Example shown: Polychrome Bowl, Uaxactun, Petén, Guatemala, Late Classic Period, 12.5 x 18.6 cms

For import restrictions in force from 1991, see History of Import Restrictions below.