Chavin ceramics 

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Import restricted since 1997.
Section III.A of the Designated List.

III. PRE-COLUMBIAN CERAMICS
A. Chavin
Date: 1200-200 B.C
Characteristics
Decoration: A grey-black color. Incised, modeled, and high and low- relief are combined to work out designs in grays and browns. The surface may also juxtapose polishing and matte finish in different design zones.
Forms: Bottles, plates, and bowls.
Size: 5 cm.-30 cm.
Identifying: Characteristic traits of Cupisnique and Chavin ceramics include: globular body with a flat base and stirrup spout; thick neck with an obvious and everted lip. Chavin style also includes long-necked bottles, bowls with flaring walls, and highly-polished relief-decorated surfaces.
Styles: Chavin influence is seen in Cupisnique, Chongoyape, Poemape, Tembladera, Patapo, and Chilete.