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Pre-Columbian, Southern Mexico to Guatemala, Olmec Style Stone figure.

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Pre-Columbian, Southern Mexico to Guatemala, Olmec, ca. 900 to 500 BCE.: Pre-Columbian, Southern Mexico to Guatemala, Olmec, ca. 900 to 500 BCE. Size: 3 3/8" W x 10 3/4" H. An exquisite, finely carved, large, grey-green mottled stone figure, standing in a characteristicall

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Pre-Columbian, Southern Mexico to Guatemala, Olmec Style Stone figure.

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Pre-Columbian, Southern Mexico to Guatemala, Olmec Style Stone figure. Size: 3 3/8" W x 10 3/4" H. An exquisite, finely carved, large, grey-green mottled stone figure, standing in a characteristically stiff pose with long arms and shorter, separated holding a vessel, slightly bent legs with protruding knees, presenting hallmark Olmec features including an elongated head, a jowly "babyface" visage with a downturned jaguar-like mouth, slightly slanted almond-shaped eyes, and phalange ears. A highly desirable piece in outstanding condition. Previous private Collection by Materials Engineering Professor, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy New York, Collected from 1960s to 1980s

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Not ancient

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Pre-Columbian, Southern Mexico to Guatemala, Olmec Style Stone figure.

Name: Pre-Columbian, Southern Mexico to Guatemala, Olmec Style Stone figure.
SKU: 162191963
Price: 150 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $200

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