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Teotihuacan Greenstone Mask Early Classic, ca. A.D. 250-450
Estimate
40,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- stone
- Height: 5 1/2 in (14 cm)
the stern and confident expression showing the distinctive downturned mouth of Olmec and Guerrero style, with full lips, gently sculpted cheeks and recessed eyes; pierced at the temples for suspension, in deep green veined serpentine.
Provenance
Acquired prior to 1967
Literature
Gérald Berjonneau, Emile Deletaille, Jean-Louis Sonnery, Rediscovered Masterpieces of Mesoamerica, Boulogne, 1985, pl. 146
Condition
Old damage to PL ear flange as shown, otherwise very good sculpted form, and color
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
The subtle transition from the abstract style of Guerrero masks into the more naturalistic form of the Teotihuacan era is well defined on this mask, with the details of drilled nostrils, rounded cheeks and fully modeled eyes.