Mayan Greenstone Pendant - Seated Figure
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**Originally Listed At $500**
Pre-Columbian, Southern Mexico to Guatemala, Mayan Territories, Maya, Late Classic Period, ca. 550 to 900 CE. A beautiful figural pendant, skillfully carved from a mottled pistachio-green stone with dark inclusions. The figure is portrayed with crossed legs representative of being seated, with rolled shoulders and both arms held to slender hips. A roughly-triangular head is comprised of drilled eyes, nostrils, and corners of the mouth, and a simple cap covering the broad forehead. The facial contours and delineations between arms, legs, and torso are formed using the meticulous string-cutting technique. The neck is biconically-drilled for suspension. A fantastic pendant replete with expert artistry and striking color! Size: 2.1" H (5.3 cm).
Provenance: private Los Osos, California, USA collection, acquired over fifteen years ago
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#125500
Pre-Columbian, Southern Mexico to Guatemala, Mayan Territories, Maya, Late Classic Period, ca. 550 to 900 CE. A beautiful figural pendant, skillfully carved from a mottled pistachio-green stone with dark inclusions. The figure is portrayed with crossed legs representative of being seated, with rolled shoulders and both arms held to slender hips. A roughly-triangular head is comprised of drilled eyes, nostrils, and corners of the mouth, and a simple cap covering the broad forehead. The facial contours and delineations between arms, legs, and torso are formed using the meticulous string-cutting technique. The neck is biconically-drilled for suspension. A fantastic pendant replete with expert artistry and striking color! Size: 2.1" H (5.3 cm).
Provenance: private Los Osos, California, USA collection, acquired over fifteen years ago
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#125500
Condition
Age-commensurate surface wear, fading to some details, and light discoloration, otherwise intact and excellent. Light earthen deposits within recessed areas.
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Mayan Greenstone Pendant - Seated Figure
Estimate $900 - $1,350
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