A large Colima Fluted Parrot Vessel, Late Formative-Early Classic Period, ca. 250 BCE - 100 CE Amulets - Power shining like the sun—and put

shining like the sun—and put in him and the primeval ox

This charming image takes full advantage of the color variations from fine two-toned carnelian

reflects the fusion of natural materials and refined artistry that characterizes much of ancient Mediterranean jewelry

Some panels were probably framed by a red grenade fillet

the raised central boss with a large granule

A large Colima Fluted Parrot Vessel, Late Formative-Early Classic Period, ca. 250 BCE - 100 CE Amulets - Power shining like the sun—and putThis large and beautifully fluted vessel is made of highly polished red earthenware and was likely a grave offering placed in a tomb in West Mexico. Many such vessels were made, with fluted sides possibly representing calabash fruits seen in the Comala style from Colima. More broadly, they represent the agricultural plenty that would have been needed for the underworld. Here, parrots with wings folded tightly on their backs form tripod supports and