Description:

Columbia, ca. 800 CE. The cast feline hangs in a crouching position with an erect tail and twin suspension holes on its front legs. The Tairona civilization is best known for its distinctive goldwork standing apart for richness in detail. and lively forms. Certainly this animated King of Beasts is full of life. The earliest known Tairona goldwork came from the Neguanje Period (300 to 800 CE). Scholars believe that such wearable art was not exclusive to the elite. This gold jaguar pendant hangs from an exquisite necklace comprised of dozens of hand-polished, hand-cut, hand-drilled emerald chip and turquoise beads. 9"Long Provenance: Ex-Hart Collection, FL.All items in this auction have been legally acquired, are legal to sell, and guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids, papered by our parent company, Artemis Gallery Ancient Art. The starting price is the lowest price at which the lot can sell.

  • Condition: Near Choice!

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Bid Increments
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$0 $299 $25
$300 $999 $50
$1,000 $1,999 $100
$2,000 $4,999 $250
$5,000 $9,999 $500
$10,000 $19,999 $1,000
$20,000 $49,999 $2,000
$50,000 $99,999 $5,000
$100,000 $199,999 $10,000
$200,000 + $25,000