A Mayan handmade ancient replica black ceramic effigy cup vessel of a Colima Dog

3.5”x4” Ceramic effigies have been created across numerous cultures and time periods, serving various purposes such as ritual objects, decorative items, or representations of deities and animals. The use of clay as a medium allowed for intricate sculpting and molding, capturing the essence of the subject matter. These artifacts often provide invaluable insights into the beliefs, artistic styles, and daily lives of ancient peoples. This particular effigy, with its zoomorphic design, likely represents the important Colima Dog, intended to convey strength or protection. The rough texture and earthy tones suggest a handmade quality, possibly from a pre-Columbian culture or an ancient Mediterranean civilization, where such animalistic representations were common in pottery.