Description:

Pre-Columbian, Colombia, Quimbaya, ca. 1000 CE. The Quimbaya civilization is renowned for its gold work, demonstrating both fine technical accuracy and remarkably detailed designs. These artisans relished depicting anthropomorphic figures. In this case we have a shaman undergoing a transformation to a jaguar state. Hence the figure manifests both human and animal attributes to capture this spiritual transition. Perforation through headdress for suspension. Custom, museum-quality stand included. 26.2 grams. 2-3/4"T x 1-7/8"W (3-1/4"H with stand) Provenance: Ex-Morris Collection, New Mexico, Ex-Private California Collection, Collected 1960's All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. #101552

  • Condition: Expected oxidation and tiny bits of loss at appendages- hands, feet, and headdress. Else intact and excellent.

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