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| Lot# & Name: |
014. Olmec Serpentine Dwarf Avian/Shaman Figure |
| Estimate: |
$2,500-$3,500 |
| Current High Bid: |
$1,450.00 |
| Auction Closed(Final Price) |
$1,450.00 |
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| Category: |
Pre-Columbian Art
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| Sub Category: |
Mexico - Olmec and Pre-Classic Cultures
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| Culture or Country: |
Mexico.
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| Period: |
Ca. 1000-600 B.C.
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| Size: |
2-1/4”H. x 1-3/8”L. |
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| Description: |
Small carved deep green-black serpentine stone crouching dwarf shaman with head tilted upwards and the figure’s mouth is in transformation to an avian beak, having both human and avian attributes. The avian attributes on the head could be interpreted as a complex mask-and-headdress assemblage worn on a human performer, or as the fusion of a human and raptor as part of a spiritual narrative about transformation. Throughout the ancient Americas, leaders commissioned works to harness the predatory power of flying creatures. Avian figures feature prominently in Olmec art at small and large scale, such as the cave paintings found at Oxtotitlan, Guerrero, Mexico, that depict a ruler in full birdlike regalia. Excellent ancient surface patina. Ancient loss to the tips of both feet, and loss to his left hand, otherwise intact. A rare and beautiful example. |
| Provenance: |
NYC collection; Ex. Edward H. Merrin Gallery, Inc., NYC., 1980’s. Ex. private French collection 1960's. |
| Shipping Fee: |
| National: |
$50.00 |
| International: |
$100.00 (This is approximate and for Postal Service. Prices may vary, especially for private carriers such as: FEDEX, UPS and BAX).
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Olmec Serpentine Dwarf Avian/Shaman Figure
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BIDDER |
BID |
QTY |
Original Bid Time |
| 1. |
Sans Culottes |
$1,450.00 |
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9/28/2022 10:23:51 AM |
| 2. |
Jaguar |
$1,400.00 |
1 |
9/26/2022 5:12:30 PM |
| 3. |
ET12 |
$1,350.00 |
1 |
9/26/2022 11:45:46 AM |
| 4. |
Jaguar |
$1,300.00 |
1 |
9/26/2022 11:44:39 AM |
| 5. |
PHG |
$1,250.00 |
1 |
9/23/2022 2:07:40 PM |
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