Precolumbian Art - North America
North America includes the United States, Canada, and parts of Mexico
In pre-Columbian North America, the principal archaeological cultural phases are Paleoindian-Clovis Culture, Dalton-Folsom Culture, Archaic Period, Woodland Period, Mississippian Culture, Southwest Cultures, Plains Village Period, and the Pacific Northwest Coast Cultures.
This region’s historical richness is reflected in an impressive array of Pre-Columbian artifacts that will be exhibited. The collection features clay figurines that embody the artistic expressions and beliefs of ancient societies, intricately crafted pottery vessels that served both practical and ceremonial purposes, and stone objects meticulously shaped to fulfill ritualistic, symbolic, or utilitarian roles. Each piece stands as a testament to the ingenuity and cultural depth of North America’s indigenous civilizations. This exhibit invites viewers to explore the diversity and artistry embedded within the ancient traditions of the continent, fostering a deeper appreciation for their legacy.
Fremont Clay Effigy Figure
An exceedingly rare unfired buff clay figure from the Fremont Culture. They are a prehistoric Native American culture that inhabited what is now the west...
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Fremont Clay Effigy Figurine
An exceedingly rare unfired buff clay figurine from the Fremont Culture. They are a prehistoric Native American culture that inhabited what is now the western
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Caddo Belcher Engraved Bottle
This vessel is a Caddo culture Long-necked Belcher engraved bottle. It is thin-walled with a globular body separated by an angular flat bottom. The long neck...
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Casas Grande Paquimé Cougar Decorated Jar
This remarkable Casa Grande vessel is a Ramos Polychrome jar from Chihuahua, Mexico, dating back to the Paquimé phase (1205-1261 AD) within the Medio period.
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