Villa Ahumada Polychrome is probably a precursor to Ramos Polychrome. Its range is nearly as wide, but it centers not in Paquimé but further to the east. Although the painted decoration is well executed, the slip is chalky and often flakes off. Most vessels have both black and red designs, and these are not always interlocking. Designs seem transitional between Babicora and Ramos Polychromes, containing elements of each. Some vessels have only black decoration.
Characteristics
Paste: Brown to tan
Temper: Fine sand
Surface: Chalky slip which often flakes off
Forms: Bowls jars and effigies
Design: Red and black elements which interact but do not necessarily interlock.
FEMALE FIGURE POT
Villa Ahumada Polychrome
Arizona State Museum
LMA 7004 |
FEMALE FIGURE POT
Villa Ahumada Polychrome
Arizona State Museum
LMA 7004 |
MALE FIGURE POT
Villa Ahumada Polychrome
Arizona State Museum
LMA 7009 |
MALE FIGURE POT
Villa Ahumada Polychrome
Arizona State Museum
LMA 7009 |
EFFIGY POT
Villa Ahumada Polychrome
Chihuahua, Northern Mexico
LMA 7005
This pot seems to depict a badger. It is similar in conception to one found in the Mimbres region. |
SHERDS
Villa Ahumada Polychrome
Type Collections
LMA Unnumbered |
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