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70249: A Large Colima Stone Altar West Mexico, c. 250
70249: A Large Colima Stone Altar West Mexico, c. 250
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A Large Colima Stone Altar West Mexico, c. 250 BC - 250 AD A very rare, large, and finely carved example. The dense gray volcanic stone carved in form of a table or tray with a reclining human supporting it on its back, bent legs one end, bent arms and a head raised on other end. Grooves indicate toes and fingers. The face with facial features in low relief. In excellent condition, scattered mineral deposits on the surface. Provenance: A Private Southwest Collection Dave De Roche Gallery, San Francisco, CA Ex. Lucia Meza collection, Whittier, CA, before 1970 Length: 17 inches HID03101062020 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
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70249: A Large Colima Stone Altar West Mexico, c. 250

Estimate $5,000 - $7,000
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$2,400

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American Indian, Pre-Columbian and Tribal Art

Jun 04, 2024 11:00 AM EDT|
Dallas, TX, USA
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