Tall Colima Standing Warrior / Shaman with Club
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Description
Pre-Columbian, West Mexico, Colima, ca. 300 BCE to 300 CE. An enticing pottery figure in a curious pose - arms raised to hold a type of club before him while wearing a conch shell strapped to his head, indicating he may be a warrior, shaman, or a lord. Head cocked to his left, the figure grasps the weapon as though ready to strike, presumably to protect the tomb in which he was placed to guard. A satchel hangs from his shoulder, perhaps carrying additional weapons or supplies to aid in the deceased's journey to the underworld. A remarkable example of Colima funerary art and sculptural style with smoothly modeled forms, burnished warm red hues, complex posture, theatrical gestures, and passionate facial expression. Size: 7.3" W x 15.4" H (18.5 cm x 39.1 cm)
Provenance: ex-Marc Amiguet Schmitt estate, Amiguet's Ancient Art, Evansville, Indiana, USA, acquired prior to January 1, 2010
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#174987
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.
#174987
Condition
Some minor areas of professional repair with restoration and expected surface wear as shown. Otherwise, excellent with rich manganese deposits. Probe holes behind right ear and under left foot.
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Tall Colima Standing Warrior / Shaman with Club
Estimate $1,100 - $1,650
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