Lot 70268

70268: A Monumental Maya Head Mesoamerica, Late Classi

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70268: A Monumental Maya Head Mesoamerica, Late Classi

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A Monumental Maya Head Mesoamerica, Late Classic, c. 600-900 AD Limestone with trace remains of red and blue pigment. Just over life-sized portrait of a ruler or dignitary, wearing a large headdress composed of a thick segmented headband and another equally thick band with a circular medallion at front. The face with classic Maya features including bulging eyes, a large nose, thick lips parted with corners of the mouth downturned. In good condition, appropriate for age and materials, and being exposed outdoors. With a custom acrylic stand. Provenance: Sotheby's New York, May 14, 2010, lot #62 A Private Collection, Western US Andre Emmerich Gallery, New York, NY Janos Szekeres, Stamford, CT Roland de Montaigu, Paris, France and New York, NY Height: 17 inches HID03101062020 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

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70268: A Monumental Maya Head Mesoamerica, Late Classi

Name: 70268: A Monumental Maya Head Mesoamerica, Late Classi
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Price: 2400 USD
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