Maya Greenstone Deity Figure
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Description
Pre-Columbian, Southern Mexico to Guatemala, Maya, Late Classic Period, ca. 550 to 900 CE. A hand-carved greenstone figure, perhaps a monkey deity, with a dramatically hunched back and arms held closely atop the chest. The bulbous head features recessed eyes, slender lips, a petite nose, and a furrowed brow, with a conical brow, and a pair of tab-shaped ears protruding off the sides. Size: 4.8" W x 6.5" H (12.2 cm x 16.5 cm)
Provenance: private Healy collection, Studio City, California, USA, acquired May 15, 2014; ex-Arte Primitivo; ex-Pine Crest School Museum, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, USA, acquired by donation between 1975 and 1982
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#175145
Provenance: private Healy collection, Studio City, California, USA, acquired May 15, 2014; ex-Arte Primitivo; ex-Pine Crest School Museum, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, USA, acquired by donation between 1975 and 1982
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.
#175145
Condition
Repaired with chipping and light adhesive residue along break lines. Abrasions and chips, with light earthen deposits, otherwise in great condition. Nice surface smoothness throughout.
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Maya Greenstone Deity Figure
Estimate $800 - $1,200
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