Exceptional Artifact & Collectible Auction
Lot 140:
Box of Damaged Native American Damaged Pottery Shards Found in St. Louis Co. Missouri. 15" x 6" x
Collection of Native American pottery shards housed in a wooden storage box. These ceramic fragments represent the remains of hand built vessels created by Indigenous potters across different regions of North America. Pottery shards such as these provide valuable insight into the artistry, technology, and daily life of the cultures that produced them.
The pieces display a range of clay colors, textures, and firing characteristics. Variations in surface finish, temper, and construction methods help identify cultural traditions and time periods. Some shards show coil built construction, while others retain impressions from basket molds or smoothing tools. A number of fragments exhibit painted or incised decoration, indicating they once belonged to more refined or ceremonial vessels, while plainer pieces reflect utilitarian household use.
Different tribes and regions developed distinctive pottery styles, and the diversity within this group reflects that wide cultural range. Such collections are often used for study, comparison, and educational display, offering a tangible connection to the craftsmanship and material culture of Native American communities.
A substantial and varied assortment, ideal for collectors, educators, or anyone interested in the archaeological record of Indigenous North America.
Condition: Authentic
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