Lot 81

Nayarit Bone Rasp & Incised Decorated Spatula (2)

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Nayarit Bone Rasp & Incised Decorated Spatula (2)

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

Starting Bid: $400

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June 11, 2026 9:00 AM MDT
Live Auction
Louisville, CO, US

Description:

Nayarit & Mixtec., ca. 100 BCE - 250 CE. Two different carved bone examples, including a rasp, of stylized figural form, with the head having simple drilled perforated eyes and mouth, body is cut with a series of rasp teeth with simple stylized arms and legs on the sides. Custom metal base. A rare and interesting example. Together with a Mixtec bone spatula having a fineline decoration depicting a standing dignitary wearing a feathered headdress, black highlights in the decoration. Custom metal base. Rasp: 5.63”H (14.3cm) Tool: 5.75”H (14.6cm).

Provenance: Ex. Clifford Baker collection, San Diego, CA., formed in the 1960’s.

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Item # 71707

  • Condition: Overall excellent ancient surface patina with deposits. Minor ancient roughness along the upper edge, otherwise intact, excellent condition. Excellent mellow tan surface patina. Cleanly repaired from two original pieces and a minor ancient edge chip.

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