Pre-Columbian, Costa Rica, Nicoya culture, ca. 500 CE. Wow, what a rare and unique piece! A white stone mace head, obviously votive/ritual, with a drilled and incised design that suggests a skull-like animal head countenance. Guesses as to what kind of animal it is are all yours - it is highly abstract. Based on many pottery figures from throughout the pre-Columbian world, maces were often symbolic objects, carried by rulers and gods as visible signs of their power. The level of craftsmanship on this beautiful piece indicates that it was worth the time put in to create it, and that a highly skilled artisan - possibly someone who specialized in making such objects - created it for someone wealthy. Comes with custom stand. Size: 4.3" L x 2.35" W x 2.75" H (10.9 cm x 6 cm x 7 cm)

Provenance: Ex-Private New Orleans collection acquired over 25 years ago

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