Mezcala Stone Anthropomorphic Figure - Very Tall
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Pre-Columbian, Guerrero Region, Mexico, Mezcala-Chontal, ca. 500 to 200 BCE. Comprised of grey hardstone, likely andesite, an abstract anthropomorphic figure from the vecinity of Monte Alban, standing with hands held across abdominal region and bifurcated legs. The Mezcala sculptors brilliantly used string-saw technology to differentiate facial features and limbs. Size: 2.7" W x 7.75" H (6.9 cm x 19.7 cm)
The ancient artisans of this region were particularly adept at reducing the human body to simple, eloquent forms via this string cut technique. The result ironically appeals to a modernist taste for minimalism. Mezcala sculptural works are equally appealing for the inherent beauty of the stone selected by the ancients. This example is no exception!
Provenance: Ex-John Smith Collection, Roswell, GA
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#119654
The ancient artisans of this region were particularly adept at reducing the human body to simple, eloquent forms via this string cut technique. The result ironically appeals to a modernist taste for minimalism. Mezcala sculptural works are equally appealing for the inherent beauty of the stone selected by the ancients. This example is no exception!
Provenance: Ex-John Smith Collection, Roswell, GA
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 to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#119654
Condition
Small losses to feet and top of head. Minor abrasions/nicks to face.
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Mezcala Stone Anthropomorphic Figure - Very Tall
Estimate $1,600 - $2,400
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