Pre-Columbian, southern Mexico, Guerrero region, Mezcala culture, ca. 500 to 200 BCE. A pristine stylized anthropomorphic axe god figure of a Type M-12 variant that is hand-carved from serpentine, with creamy white inclusions. The figure stands upon delineated, tapered legs, holds arms parallel to his rounded torso, and bears a pronounced neckline above angled shoulders. The elongated head features characteristic string-cut features such as bulging brows, a broad, crested nose, tapered cheeks & chin, and a softened elliptical mouth. The triangular head emphasizes the dynamic silhouette and noble profile of the idol. An exemplary rendition in remarkable preservation! Size: 3.25" L x 1.35" W (8.3 cm x 3.4 cm)

Provenance: ex private Saint Petersburg, Florida, USA collection; ex private Texas, USA collection, prior to 1970

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#164033

Intact and in choice condition with excellent mineral and earthen deposits accentuating the root marked surface.