Description:

Pre-Columbian, Guatemala, Classic Period, Maya, ca. 250 to 900 CE. Finely carved from basalt, the head of a baby goat with petite horns; long drooping ears with incised scroll motifs along the lower ends as well as deeply drilled holes at the upper ends; skillfully carved expressive eyes that are pointed at the outer ends, nicely modeled, and delineated with deep pupils; a protruding muzzle presenting the goat’s nose, mouth, and revealed upper teeth; a wonderful decorative tassel adorning the top of the goat’s head that ends in two scrolled terminals over the forehead. On the back is a rectangular mortise, perhaps for mounting to a wall. Size: 8" L x 4.375" W x 5.5" H (20.3 cm x 11.1 cm x 14 cm); 8.375" H (21.3 cm) on included custom stand.

Accompanied by Hasso Von Winning COA - signed and dated July 20, 1974.

Provenance: New York City, New York USA collection; ex-Dr. Daniel Solomon collection, Los Angeles, California USA acquired 1960s; accompanied by copy of certificate from Hasso von Winning, dated July 20th, 1974

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#159176

  • Condition: One horn/ear reattached with a grey adhesive along the break line. Nicks/chips to high-pointed areas. Partially drilled holes below/behind horns/ears and atop ornaments. Intentional depression behind head. Scattered deposits.

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