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Rare Olmec Stone Seated Jaguar Figure

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Pre-Columbian, Southern Mexico to Guatemala, Olmec culture, ca. 1000 to 600 BCE. A rare example of a seated jaguar figure carved from stone exhibiting mottled hues of taupe, beige, mauve, and russet. Revered as an apex predator in ancient Mesoamerica, this figure presents seated upon thick haunches while balancing its muscular upper body with extended forelegs. Bared teeth, backswept ears, and expressive eyes create the stylized feline countenance and imbue the figure with character and sophistication. Size: 2.68" L x 2.16" W x 3.49" H (6.8 cm x 5.5 cm x 8.9 cm)

Known as the "king of beasts" in the Pre-Columbian world and infamous for possessing high speed and massive strength, the jaguar was believed to dominate nature and inspire respect and awe throughout the ancient Americas. Jaguars were associated with strength and leadership, whether regarding spirituality or martial skill. Warriors, rulers, hunters, and shamans alike associated themselves with this King of Beasts, the largest and most powerful feline in the New World whom they viewed as their spirit companion and protector.

Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex-John A. Stokes collection, New York, USA, acquired by descent July 1989 from O. Herrero, and originally acquired in the 1960s from Raul Kampfer, Kampfer Gallery

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Condition

Minor nicks and abrasions, with softening to some incised details, otherwise intact and excellent. Great surface smoothness throughout. Previous inventory labels beneath base.

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Rare Olmec Stone Seated Jaguar Figure

Name: Rare Olmec Stone Seated Jaguar Figure
SKU: 173901824
Price: 4000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $4,000 - $6,000

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