Guerrero Mezcala Stone Axe God, ex-Arnovick
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Description
Pre-Columbian, Southern Mexico, Guerrero region, Mezcala culture, ca. 600 to 100 BCE. A hand-carved stone axe god figure, of characteristically abstract form, standing atop a pair of string-cut legs. Shallow string-cut grooves define the arms and waistline while additional grooves constitute the mouth, eyes, and neckline. Scholars believe figures like this were created after a utilitarian stone axe head became broken or otherwise unusable. Size: 1.7" W x 4.4" H (4.3 cm x 11.2 cm)
Provenance: ex-collection of the late Peter Arnovick, San Francisco, California, USA, acquired before 1995
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#180072
Provenance: ex-collection of the late Peter Arnovick, San Francisco, California, USA, acquired before 1995
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.
#180072
Condition
Light surface wear as shown with a few minor chips and abrasions. Modern adhesive on verso from previous display. Otherwise, intact and excellent with light earthen deposits in recessed areas.
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Guerrero Mezcala Stone Axe God, ex-Arnovick
Estimate $400 - $600
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