Description:

Teotihuacan-Guerrero, Mexico. Ca. 250-450 CE. The quartz figure is an exemplar of Teotihuacan style with its embrace of material and geometry is similar to the Teotihuacan architectural style. Static and serene, Teotihuacan sculpture seemingly possess a lack of individuality and personality. This reflects the culture's corporate mentality that idealized uniformity. The modern lines of the Teotihuacanos would inspire modern sculptor Henry Moore. Perforations on backside for suspension. 2 1/4"L x 1"W x 1/2"D; The Guerrero Jadeite figurine is poetically incised with minimal lines to eloquently capture the human form. The gorgeous hue and lustrous quality of the stone is aesthetically appealing as well. Perforations were made for suspension. 3"L x 1-1/2"W x 1 -1/4"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: Choice condition!

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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