Aztec Stone Crouching Dwarf Figure
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Description
Pre-Columbian, Valley of Mexico, Aztec, ca. 1200 to 1500 CE. A hand-carved volcanic stone dwarf figure in a crouching position with curled arms placed atop the protruding chest. Dwarves were thought not to be individuals with physical abnormalities but rather as seers of the divine with supernatural abilities. Their stunted size indicated that their powers were more highly-concentrated than in those of normal stature and were regularly consulted as shamans in their community. Concurrently, dwarves were regularly sacrificed to the gods as special, spiritually-potent offerings. Size: 2.375" W x 4.125" H (6 cm x 10.5 cm)
Provenance: ex-Marc Amiguet Schmitt estate, Amiguet's Ancient Art, Evansville, Indiana, USA, acquired prior to January 1, 2010
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#175018
Provenance: ex-Marc Amiguet Schmitt estate, Amiguet's Ancient Art, Evansville, Indiana, USA, acquired prior to January 1, 2010
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#175018
Condition
Repaired with small chips and light adhesive residue along break lines. Softening to some finer details, with light earthen deposits, and light abrasions. Nice preservation to figural form. Previous collection label beneath base.
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Aztec Stone Crouching Dwarf Figure
Estimate $800 - $1,200
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