This unusual artifact was once property of a university professor who believed it originated with the Tlatilco people, a very early culture in Mesoamerica. The collector who later acquired the piece lived in St. Louis, Missouri, in a home filled with antiquities, fine art and objets d’art. White this relic has not been professionally authenticated, it looks to have very significant age. Please carefully read our terms of sale, shipping information, and request any condition reports or photos prior to placing a bid. Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. RBFineArts CFL INC. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Please email for a condition report and photos, if desired. Emails should be received at least 48 hours in advance of the date of the auction.

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