Description:

Back at auction due to non-paying bidder from 7/14 auction.

Pre-Columbian, Central America, Costa Rica,Guanacaste / Nicoya region, ca. 200 to 800 CE. A finely carved greenstone pendant depicting a bird with a string cut beak, eyes and other facial features. The bead presents a long narrow form akin to an axe deity celt, and is perforated laterally through the neck and vertically from its top crest to lower end for suspension and/or attachment. The stone shows attractive sea green hues mottled with tiny cream specks and is in fabulous condition. Size: 1.5" W x 4" H (3.8 cm x 10.2 cm)

Provenance: Ex - Private W. S. collection, Los Angeles, CA

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#114454

  • Condition: Tiny fissure on back from a slight separation of veining, else choice.

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