Lot 6
  • 6

Tall Mezcala Stone Female Figure Late Preclassic, ca. 300-100 B.C.

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description

  • stone
  • Height: 13 1/2 in (34.3 cm)
of proud stature with her head turned slightly right, arms carved in relief on the lower belly and head with prominent brow and chin; in tan green andesite.

Provenance

Franz Ebstein Collection, acquired before 1969
Eugene Schnell Collection

Condition

Excellent, intact.
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