Description:

Pre-Columbian, Costa Rica, Olmecoid, ca. 500 to 1000 CE. A striking anthropomorphic axe figure, carved from a beautiful deep blue-green jade, with finely string-cut facial features displaying Olmec influence, a fanciful headband with geometric patterns inspired by textile motifs, and hands clasped together over the chest making elegant gesture. Custom block stand. Size: 1.125" W x 3.75" H (2.9 cm x 9.5 cm); 5.5" H (14 cm) on stand

Provenance: Ex-Artemis Gallery; Ex-Nick Poolos, Chicago, IL.

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#119957

  • Condition: Small chip to upper tip. Remains of red cinnabar on face and right side of head.

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March 15, 2017 7:00 AM MDT
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