Description:

Tennessee River Valley, US. ca. 800-1600CE. The artisan of this thick, polished Mississippian birdstone drilled a hole laterally through the piece in order for it to function as a fire starter. Aesthetically it is particularly attractive for its rounded wing pair shape, rich cocoa color and impeccably smooth surface. Mississippian people lived a more settled life than their Woodland ancestors due to their stable food supply as they understood how to cultivate the land and cook food with fire. 3 3/4"L x 2 1/4"W x 3/4"D. Provenance: Ex-Adeon Gallery, Chicago, IL, acquired prior to 1970. All items in this auction have been legally acquired, are legal to sell, and guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids, papered by our parent company, Artemis Gallery Ancient Art. The starting price is the lowest price at which the lot can sell.

  • Condition: Original, unrestored, choice.

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Bid Increments
From: To: Increments:
$0 $299 $25
$300 $999 $50
$1,000 $1,999 $100
$2,000 $4,999 $250
$5,000 $9,999 $500
$10,000 $19,999 $1,000
$20,000 $49,999 $2,000
$50,000 $99,999 $5,000
$100,000 $199,999 $10,000
$200,000 + $25,000