Description:

Pre-Columbian, Mexico, Maya, ca. 550-950 CE. This ensemble brings together anthropomorphic and the zoomorphic inspired artistry of the ancient Americas. First, we have a breathtaking Mayan apple-green jade mask pendant. Custom, museum-quality stand. 1"H x 3/4"W

Provenance: Ex-Sotheby's, Ex- Laurence Whitten Collection

Pre-Columbian, North Coast Peru, Chimu, ca. 1000 CE. Next, a handsome wooden implement used in the creation of Chimu textiles - depicting a Janus headed jaguar.

Provenance: Ex-Westermann Collection, Germany

Pre-Columbian, Central Coast Peru, Chancay, ca. 1000 CE. Finally, a whimsical piece - a wooden children's toy adorned with hand painted birds, suspended by a textile string in the center. Imagine a child spinning this toy would watch excitedly as these birds flew! 5"H x 6"W

Provenance: Ex-Westermann Collection, Germany

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  • Condition: Excellent

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