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Mezcala / Chontal Greenstone Standing Human Figure

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Mezcala / Chontal Greenstone Standing Human Figure

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Description

**Originally Listed At $250**

Pre-Columbian, Mexico, Guerrero, Mezcala / Chontal, ca. 600 to 400 BCE. A hand-carved and string-cut abstract standing figure shaped from a mottled green hardstone. The delineated legs, arms, and neckline were all created via the string-cut technique. The figure's face displays a sunny disposition with partially drilled eyes and a gentle smile. An expressive example created from an inherently attractive stone. Size: 4.625" H (11.7 cm)

Provenance: private Orange County, California, USA collection

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Condition

A few old nicks. Possible reattached fragment to the head.

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Mezcala / Chontal Greenstone Standing Human Figure

Name: Mezcala / Chontal Greenstone Standing Human Figure
SKU: 63636079
Price: 175 USD
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Estimate $350 - $525

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