Manteno Head Pot from Ecuador, ca. 700 - 1000 AD. An early Manteno head pot from Ecuador, ca. 700 - 1000 AD. It is 2-3/4 wide and has a delicately formed face. Very fine incising is used to texture the eyes and to create a decorative rim band. Rim perforated for attachment of a lid. Good mineral deposits and trails. Ex Melnick collection. Value range: $150 - $300.