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Teotihuacan stone mask Early Classic, ca.A.D. 250-450
Estimate
50,000 - 60,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- stone
- Height: 5 1/2 in (14 cm )
with strong and forceful expression, high rounded cheekbones and rimmed oval eyes deeply recessed and probably once inlaid, the mouth of distinct relaxed and downturned form of the Olmec and Guerrero style, with ear flanges; pierced at the temples for suspension, in deep green, veined serpentine.
Provenance
Acquired prior to 1967
Literature
Gerald Berjonneau, Emile Deletaille, Jean-Louis Sonnery, Rediscovered Masterpieces of Mesoamerica, Boulogne, 1985. pl. 146
Condition
Overall very good except the loss on the PL upper temple and ear flange. Very nice color and overall carving .
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
This naturalistic style shows a transition from the Olmec influenced Guerrero masks featuring the downturned mouth, to the more idealized portraiture of the early Teotihuacan style.