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Peru, Chavin pair of Turquoise Plaques with Profile Faces

These faces could be trophy heads. There are two small drill holes center arranged vertically. Itâ€™s quite rare to find carved turquoise when most are made of shell. These may have been use as pendants to a textile. There is an abundance of manganese patina on the front.

Media: Stone

Dimensions: Height: 1 1/2" x Width 1 3/4"

$2,900

98046

Peru, Chavin Rock Quartz Crystal 24" Necklace
Bi-conically drilled rock quartz crystal necklace with traces of cinnabar. The beads are graduated in size from approximately 9.22 mm to 11.17 mm. They were purchased between 1975 and 1985.
Media: Stone
Dimensions: Length: 24" inches
Price Upon Request
94049

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Peru, Chavin Rock Quartz Crystal 24" Necklace

Bi-conically drilled rock quartz crystal necklace with traces of cinnabar. The beads are graduated in size from approximately 9.22 mm to 11.17 mm. They were purchased between 1975 and 1985.

Media: Stone

Dimensions: Length: 24" inches

Price Upon Request

94049

Mexico, Chontal Green Stone Mask with eyebrows
Classic Chontal style mask with unusual depiction of the eyebrows, which are etched into the stone. Similar masks are illustrated in CHONTAL: ANCIENT STONE SCULPTURE FROM GUERRERO MEXICO, page 59, A, B, C. & page 60. There are strong root marks all over.
Media: Stone
Dimensions: Width: 6 1/4" x Height 7"
$12,000
N5021

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Mexico, Chontal Green Stone Mask with eyebrows

Classic Chontal style mask with unusual depiction of the eyebrows, which are etched into the stone. Similar masks are illustrated in CHONTAL: ANCIENT STONE SCULPTURE FROM GUERRERO MEXICO, page 59, A, B, C. & page 60. There are strong root marks all over.

Media: Stone

Dimensions: Width: 6 1/4" x Height 7"

$12,000

N5021

Mexico, Classic Brown Stone Mezcala Figure of the M8 Type
This hand-held stone figure fits perfectly in the palm of the hand and bears a distinctive facial expression with round eyes and a triangular frowning mouth. The figure was created using the string-sawing technique and is made of a greenish grey stone with earth brown striations. It was highly polished. The figure has its arms to the side, represented by carved grooves, and linear carved face, which are both characteristics of Type M10 Mezcalas. The representation of human figures played an important role in Mezcala culture, including in rituals and burial sites. However, most of these figures, were used for utilitarian purposes as celts or chisels. For a reference see the Primitive Museum of Art's MEZCALA STONE SCULPTURE: THE HUMAN FIGURE, p.22-23, and MEZCALA: ANCIENT STONE SCULPTURE FROM GUERRERO MEXICO, by Carlo Gay and Frances Pratt. Ex. Gallery Hana-Tokyo, prior to 1970.
Media: Stone
Dimensions: H: 5 in. x 2.33 in.
Price Upon Request
n5057

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Mexico, Classic Brown Stone Mezcala Figure of the M8 Type

This hand-held stone figure fits perfectly in the palm of the hand and bears a distinctive facial expression with round eyes and a triangular frowning mouth. The figure was created using the string-sawing technique and is made of a greenish grey stone with earth brown striations. It was highly polished. The figure has its arms to the side, represented by carved grooves, and linear carved face, which are both characteristics of Type M10 Mezcalas. The representation of human figures played an important role in Mezcala culture, including in rituals and burial sites. However, most of these figures, were used for utilitarian purposes as celts or chisels. For a reference see the Primitive Museum of Art's MEZCALA STONE SCULPTURE: THE HUMAN FIGURE, p.22-23, and MEZCALA: ANCIENT STONE SCULPTURE FROM GUERRERO MEXICO, by Carlo Gay and Frances Pratt. Ex. Gallery Hana-Tokyo, prior to 1970.

Media: Stone

Dimensions: H: 5 in. x 2.33 in.

Price Upon Request

n5057

Mexico, Classic Greenish Grey Stone Mezcala Figure of the M8 Type
This solid, hand-held stone figure fits perfectly in the palm of the hand. The figure was created using the string-sawing technique and is made of a mottled greenish-grey stone with tiny even flecks of blue- black color evenly speckled throughout. The figure has its arms to the side, represented by carved grooves, which is a classic characteristic of Type M8 Mezcalas. The representation of human figures played an important role in Mezcala culture, including in rituals and burial sites. However, most of these figures, were used for utilitarian purposes as celts or chisels. For a reference see the Primitive Museum of Art's MEZCALA STONE SCULPTURE: THE HUMAN FIGURE, p.22-23, and MEZCALA: ANCIENT STONE SCULPTURE FROM GUERRERO MEXICO, by Carlo Gay and Frances Pratt, plate 67. Ex. Gallery Hana-Tokyo, prior to 1970.
Media: Stone
Dimensions: H: 5 in. x W: 2 in.
$6,000
n5055

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Mexico, Classic Greenish Grey Stone Mezcala Figure of the M8 Type

This solid, hand-held stone figure fits perfectly in the palm of the hand. The figure was created using the string-sawing technique and is made of a mottled greenish-grey stone with tiny even flecks of blue- black color evenly speckled throughout. The figure has its arms to the side, represented by carved grooves, which is a classic characteristic of Type M8 Mezcalas. The representation of human figures played an important role in Mezcala culture, including in rituals and burial sites. However, most of these figures, were used for utilitarian purposes as celts or chisels. For a reference see the Primitive Museum of Art's MEZCALA STONE SCULPTURE: THE HUMAN FIGURE, p.22-23, and MEZCALA: ANCIENT STONE SCULPTURE FROM GUERRERO MEXICO, by Carlo Gay and Frances Pratt, plate 67. Ex. Gallery Hana-Tokyo, prior to 1970.

Media: Stone

Dimensions: H: 5 in. x W: 2 in.

$6,000

n5055

Mexico, Classic Grey Stone Mezcala Figure of the M10 Type
This mysterious hand-held stone figure fits perfectly in the palm of the hand and bears a serene facial expression with open mouth as if speaking. The figure was created using the string-sawing technique and is made of a dense grey stone infused with sand and miniature black striations. The figure has its arms to the side, represented by carved grooves, and simple, abstracted face, which are a classic characteristics of Type M10 Mezcalas. The representation of human figures played an important role in Mezcala culture, including in rituals and burial sites. However, most of these figures, were used for utilitarian purposes as celts or chisels. For a reference see the Primitive Museum of Art's MEZCALA STONE SCULPTURE: THE HUMAN FIGURE, p.22-23, and MEZCALA: ANCIENT STONE SCULPTURE FROM GUERRERO MEXICO, by Carlo Gay and Frances Pratt, plate 37. Ex. Gallery Hana-Tokyo, prior to 1970.
Media: Stone
Dimensions: H: 5 in. x w: 2 in.
Price Upon Request
n5056

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Mexico, Classic Grey Stone Mezcala Figure of the M10 Type

This mysterious hand-held stone figure fits perfectly in the palm of the hand and bears a serene facial expression with open mouth as if speaking. The figure was created using the string-sawing technique and is made of a dense grey stone infused with sand and miniature black striations. The figure has its arms to the side, represented by carved grooves, and simple, abstracted face, which are a classic characteristics of Type M10 Mezcalas. The representation of human figures played an important role in Mezcala culture, including in rituals and burial sites. However, most of these figures, were used for utilitarian purposes as celts or chisels. For a reference see the Primitive Museum of Art's MEZCALA STONE SCULPTURE: THE HUMAN FIGURE, p.22-23, and MEZCALA: ANCIENT STONE SCULPTURE FROM GUERRERO MEXICO, by Carlo Gay and Frances Pratt, plate 37. Ex. Gallery Hana-Tokyo, prior to 1970.

Media: Stone

Dimensions: H: 5 in. x w: 2 in.

Price Upon Request

n5056

Costa Rica, Costa Rican Jade Harpy Eagle Deity Amulet
The harpy eagle is one of the most feared birds in Costa Rica. This translucent, speckled jade stone eagle is carved to show the wings and beak on both sides. One side is slightly convex and the other slightly concave. There is a suspension hole by the neck.
Media: Stone
Dimensions: Length 2 5/8" x Width: 3/4" Thickness 1/4"
$975
M3060

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Costa Rica, Costa Rican Jade Harpy Eagle Deity Amulet

The harpy eagle is one of the most feared birds in Costa Rica. This translucent, speckled jade stone eagle is carved to show the wings and beak on both sides. One side is slightly convex and the other slightly concave. There is a suspension hole by the neck.

Media: Stone

Dimensions: Length 2 5/8" x Width: 3/4" Thickness 1/4"

$975

M3060

Mexico, Early Post-Classic Mayan Stucco Head Depicting a Priest
The priestâ€™s eyes are looking down as if the head was placed high up on a wall.
Ex. collection Hana Gallery, Tokyo, prior to 1970.
Media: Stone
Dimensions: Height: 10" x Width: 8 1/2" Depth 7 1/2"
Price Upon Request
n3045

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Mexico, Early Post-Classic Mayan Stucco Head Depicting a Priest

The priestâ€™s eyes are looking down as if the head was placed high up on a wall.
Ex. collection Hana Gallery, Tokyo, prior to 1970.

Media: Stone

Dimensions: Height: 10" x Width: 8 1/2" Depth 7 1/2"

Price Upon Request

n3045

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Peru, Inca Black Stone Konopa in the form of a Llama

Konopas were used to burn animal fats in the fields to bring fertility to the crops and herds, and the practice continues today. Ancient konopas were carved, and their interiors contained a curved chamber for offerings.

Media: Stone

Dimensions: Length 4 1/2"

$800

M4070

Mexico, Mayan Carved Limestone Relief of a Jaguar in Profile
This relief carved Mayan limestone tablet features a jaguar carved in profile with original red pigment, resembling a famous Mixtec stone stela with warriors wearing similar jaguar face masks. The tablet was exhibited in Tokyo in the Museum of Tobacco and Saltâ€™s Animal Designs in Ancient America in February 2002 and was formerly in the collection of Hana Gallery in Tokyo prior to 1970.
Media: Stone
Dimensions: Height: 13 1/4" x Width: 15" Depth: 5 1/4"Weight: 45 lbs
Price Upon Request
n3047

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Mexico, Mayan Carved Limestone Relief of a Jaguar in Profile

This relief carved Mayan limestone tablet features a jaguar carved in profile with original red pigment, resembling a famous Mixtec stone stela with warriors wearing similar jaguar face masks. The tablet was exhibited in Tokyo in the Museum of Tobacco and Saltâ€™s Animal Designs in Ancient America in February 2002 and was formerly in the collection of Hana Gallery in Tokyo prior to 1970.

Media: Stone

Dimensions: Height: 13 1/4" x Width: 15" Depth: 5 1/4"
Weight: 45 lbs

Price Upon Request

n3047

Mexico, Mayan Stucco Face of a Ruler
This Mayan ruler wears stone headdress and has carefully crafted facial features. It originates from Chiaps, Mexico, and was formerly in the collection of Hiroshi Miura in Tokyo, Japan, prior to 1970.
Media: Stone
Dimensions: Height: 11 1/2 x Width: 7" Depth: 6 1/2"
Price Upon Request
n3046

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Mexico, Mayan Stucco Face of a Ruler

This Mayan ruler wears stone headdress and has carefully crafted facial features. It originates from Chiaps, Mexico, and was formerly in the collection of Hiroshi Miura in Tokyo, Japan, prior to 1970.

Media: Stone

Dimensions: Height: 11 1/2 x Width: 7" Depth: 6 1/2"

Price Upon Request

n3046

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Peru, Official Archaeological Replica of Nasca Elongated Trophy Head

Some Andean cultures including the Paracas and Nasca would keep the skulls of enemy tribal leaders killed in battle as trophies of war. This late 19th century model is an exact replica of an elongated Paracas style trophy head which was dated circa 300 B.C. In keeping with the Paracas style, this trophy head has a set of suspensions holes on top. These holes would have allowed the victorious party to suspend a cord through the two holes for the purpose of displaying the trophy head as a sign of military and spiritual power. The ancient Andeans believed that the victor in battle acquired the spiritual properties of the enemies he killed. Authorized for export by the Peruvian government in 2011, with an official sticker at the base.

Media: Stone

Dimensions: Length: 11-1/2" x Height 7- 1/2"

$3,500

p1058

Mexico, Pair of Miniature Dark Green Jadite Mezcala Figures of the M16 Type
These miniature dark green jadite figures, male and female, bear serene facial expressions and body language. The figures were created using the string-sawing technique and are made of an extremely smooth and dark jadite native to South America, characterized by a network of deep green and blue-black veins. The figures have complex faces and arms that stand out in relief, which makes them category Type M16 Mezcalas. The representation of human figures played an important role in Mezcala culture, including in rituals and burial sites. Its rare to find a male and female made as a pair. For a reference see the Primitive Museum of Art's MEZCALA STONE SCULPTURE: THE HUMAN FIGURE, p.22-23, and MEZCALA: ANCIENT STONE SCULPTURE FROM GUERRERO MEXICO, by Carlo Gay and Frances Pratt, plate 61. Ex. Gallery Hana-Tokyo, prior to 1970.
Media: Stone
Dimensions: H: 2.5 in. x W: 1.25"
Price Upon Request
n5058

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Mexico, Pair of Miniature Dark Green Jadite Mezcala Figures of the M16 Type

These miniature dark green jadite figures, male and female, bear serene facial expressions and body language. The figures were created using the string-sawing technique and are made of an extremely smooth and dark jadite native to South America, characterized by a network of deep green and blue-black veins. The figures have complex faces and arms that stand out in relief, which makes them category Type M16 Mezcalas. The representation of human figures played an important role in Mezcala culture, including in rituals and burial sites. Its rare to find a male and female made as a pair. For a reference see the Primitive Museum of Art's MEZCALA STONE SCULPTURE: THE HUMAN FIGURE, p.22-23, and MEZCALA: ANCIENT STONE SCULPTURE FROM GUERRERO MEXICO, by Carlo Gay and Frances Pratt, plate 61. Ex. Gallery Hana-Tokyo, prior to 1970.

Media: Stone

Dimensions: H: 2.5 in. x W: 1.25"

Price Upon Request

n5058

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Colombia, Tairona dark gray-green stone handled ax

Smoothly polished, dark gray stone ax is of superior quality. Similar stone carved axes are in the Field Museum in Chicago Mason- Archaeology of the Tairona Cultura of Colombia, figs. 2-4, 9 & 12, Chicago 1939. The Tairona Cacique uses this as a symbol of power. The Mound Builder Indians of the Mississippi Basin had similar axes.

Media: Stone

Dimensions: Height: 7 1/4" x Width: 4 3/4"

Price Upon Request

99231

Panama, Veraguas Speckled Stone Pendant
This rare Veraguas anthropomorphic female bat deity bears a human body, a simian face, and bat-like ears. There is a suspension hole near each shoulder for hanging the pendant on a string. This pendant was exhibited in the Brooklyn Museum and published in the Jay Leff Collection, catalog no.500. Acquired from Sotheby's, May 12, 1983, lot 13.
Media: Stone
Dimensions: Height: 2.25"
$1,800
88048b

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Panama, Veraguas Speckled Stone Pendant

This rare Veraguas anthropomorphic female bat deity bears a human body, a simian face, and bat-like ears. There is a suspension hole near each shoulder for hanging the pendant on a string. This pendant was exhibited in the Brooklyn Museum and published in the Jay Leff Collection, catalog no.500. Acquired from Sotheby's, May 12, 1983, lot 13.

Media: Stone

Dimensions: Height: 2.25"

$1,800

88048b

Bolivia, Wankarani Stone Boundry Marker
The Wankarani were adept at high altitude agriculture and were able to coax maize and Quinoa from the salty soil. The large stone markers were sculpted to look like llama heads and marked the Wankarani territory. Alan Kolata discusses the Wankarani culture in his book THE TIWANAKU, pg. 61-66 and illustrates a llama head in the Museo Baciobal de Arqueologia.
Media: Stone
Dimensions: Height 19" x Depth: 11" Weight: 80 lbs.
$25,000
N3002

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Bolivia, Wankarani Stone Boundry Marker

The Wankarani were adept at high altitude agriculture and were able to coax maize and Quinoa from the salty soil. The large stone markers were sculpted to look like llama heads and marked the Wankarani territory. Alan Kolata discusses the Wankarani culture in his book THE TIWANAKU, pg. 61-66 and illustrates a llama head in the Museo Baciobal de Arqueologia.

Media: Stone

Dimensions: Height 19" x Depth: 11" Weight: 80 lbs.

$25,000

N3002