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CARVED PRE COLUMBIAN MESOAMERICAN OLMEC HEAD

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CARVED PRE COLUMBIAN MESOAMERICAN OLMEC HEAD

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Description

A carved Olmec head from Pre Columbian America. The carving represents a mans face with a stern, hard expression. The face has harshly carved facial features, left eye with drilling hole in the corner. The same drill slits are in the nose, in the corners of the lips and on the sides of the face. Comes with a heavy stand. The Olmecs flourished during Mesoamericas formative period, dating roughly from as early as 1500 BCE to about 400 BCE. They were the first Mesoamerican civilization, and laid many of the foundations for the civilizations that followed. South American Collectibles, Home Decor.

Dimensions: Head 4 x 3 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate.

Condition

Overall good antique condition. Signs of wear and Age. Refer to photos. Sold as is.

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CARVED PRE COLUMBIAN MESOAMERICAN OLMEC HEAD

Name: CARVED PRE COLUMBIAN MESOAMERICAN OLMEC HEAD
SKU: 167800758
Price: 750 USD
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