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Chorrera Stone Anthropomorphic Jaguar Tooth Idol

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Chorrera Stone Anthropomorphic Jaguar Tooth Idol

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Pre-Columbian, Ecuador, Chorrera culture, Late Formative period, ca. 1500 to 300 BCE. A stone carved in the shape of a jaguar tooth and incised with facial features by the Chorrera peoples of ancient Ecuador. Though minimalist in style, the visage conveys an intriguing countenance displaying ovoid eyes, a petite nose, thin lips, and a domed brow. The anthropomorphic figure has both hands folded over his chest in a classic praying position, with rectangular arms extending downwards from planar shoulders. The stone itself has inherent beauty with creamy beige hues and grey inclusions. A very rare effigy idol, possessing multiple levels of symbolism and expertly-crafted details. Custom museum-quality display stand included. Size: 2.375" W x 6.75" H (6 cm x 17.1 cm); 7" H (17.8 cm) on included custom stand.

This piece is imbued with layers of iconographic meaning. The jaguar symbolized power and might throughout the Pre-Columbian world. Warriors, rulers, hunters, and shamans alike associated themselves with this king of beasts, the largest and most powerful feline in the New World. A nocturnal animal, the jaguar sleeps in caves and dark places and creeps quietly in the forest, evoking great mystery. Furthermore its spotted coat represented the starry night sky.

Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection; ex-Leonard Kaplan collection, California, USA

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Condition

Surface wear commensurate with age, with small losses to areas of head, one arm, verso, and base. Light fading to incised details and some minor discoloration, otherwise very good. Light earthen deposits throughout.

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Chorrera Stone Anthropomorphic Jaguar Tooth Idol

Name: Chorrera Stone Anthropomorphic Jaguar Tooth Idol
SKU: 63054667
Price: 3800 USD
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