Mixtec Stone Talisman / Penate of Tlaloc
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Pre-Columbian, West Mexico, Mixtec, ca. 1200 to 1500 CE. A figural talisman carved from veined grey stone with dark green inclusions, most likely depicting Tlaloc, the Rain God, with its incised fanged mouth, wide spiral eyes, large round earspools, and spiked headdress. The deity crouches upon upraised knees with hands crossed over his chest. Pierced at back for suspension. Custom wood mount. Size: 5" H (12.7 cm) + stand.
Provenance: ex-Private Collection of Professor Peter Arnovick, PhD, Menlo Park, CA.
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Provenance: ex-Private Collection of Professor Peter Arnovick, PhD, Menlo Park, CA.
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 and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#111312
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Intact with expected surface wear.
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Mixtec Stone Talisman / Penate of Tlaloc
Estimate $1,400 - $1,800
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