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Mezcala / Guerrero Stone Axe Head - Human Figure

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Mezcala / Guerrero Stone Axe Head - Human Figure

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Description

Pre-Columbian, Mexico, Guerrero/Mezcala, ca. 700 to 200 BCE. This axe head is carved from green stone and, like many other Mezcala axe heads, has been carved into a standing human figure. The human shape of this particular axe head is very distinct. Dimensions: 7-1/4" x 2" x 2".

Provenance: Ex-private Mcdonald collection, Houston TX, acquired at local gallery or at auction between 1982 and 1994.

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Condition

This axe head is in excellent condition, with very little wear, especially around the bottom half of the figure. There is a minor chip from the blade and the top of the head has some wear.

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Mezcala / Guerrero Stone Axe Head - Human Figure

Name: Mezcala / Guerrero Stone Axe Head - Human Figure
SKU: 38308099
Price: 150 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $300

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