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A fantastic stone stirrup-shaped rocker-arm pestle

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A fantastic stone stirrup-shaped rocker-arm pestle

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Description

A fantastic stone stirrup-shaped rocker-arm pestle, Costa Rican, c. AD 1 - 500, Atlantic Watershed style, nicely carved in grey volcanic stone with nice ancient patina and pleasing style. 6 in x 5 3/4 in (15.2 x 14.6 cm). Cf. Between Continents/Between Seas: Pre-Columbian Art of Costa Rica, p. 201, no. 137. Ex Southern California private collection.

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A fantastic stone stirrup-shaped rocker-arm pestle

Name: A fantastic stone stirrup-shaped rocker-arm pestle
SKU: 56807329
Price: 150 USD
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