Description:

Peru, Central Highlands, ca. 1000 to 1500 CE. This lively skull pendant is carved from a hard, grey-stone. Miniature skulls were cherished in the Post Classic period. Characteristic of all Pre-Columbian cultures was the sacrifice of human beings. Mythological narratives tell of gods offering themselves to preserve the universe. As creations of the gods, people were obliged to do the same. This skull signifies such an offering to the deities of ancient Mexico. 1 1/2"L x 1 1/4"W x 1"D Provenance: Ex-Santa Monica Collection. 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: Miniscule wear at edge of right eye socket, near choice!

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$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
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