Lot 9
  • 9

Costa Rican Jade Axe God of a Horned Owl, ca. A.D. 800-1200

Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

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with tapering beak, circular eyes and incised details, the human arms folded on the chest with hands touching, and tufts projecting above; drilled through the neck for suspension.

Provenance

Andre Emmerich Inc., acquired in 1966

Condition

Excellent, intact, nice green-gray color,
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