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Large Mixtec or Aztec serpent head from Mexico

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Large Mixtec or Aztec serpent head from Mexico

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Description

A large Mixtec or Aztec serpent head from Mexico, 1400 – 1500 AD. It is 3 in long and depicts the reptile with large fangs in its wide open mouth. Mounted on stand. Ex Cohen estate.

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Large Mixtec or Aztec serpent head from Mexico

Name: Large Mixtec or Aztec serpent head from Mexico
SKU: 53839612
Price: 250 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $150 - $200

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